The Greater Refuge Temple Christian Academy creates excellence in education by offering a challenging bible-based curriculum which builds on the strengths of our students; producing individuals that will be productive to self, home, and community.
We believe that by creating a wholesome christian environment our students will be propelled to excel, reach and maximize their greatest potential.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Acceptance rate: 25%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Greater Refuge Temple Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Diversity
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
Student Body
Total Students
32 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Acceptance Rate
25%
National avg.: 82%
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate
- Jane Smith, Olympic Champion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Greater Refuge Temple Christian Academy cost?
Greater Refuge Temple Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What schools are Greater Refuge Temple Christian Academy often compared to?
Greater Refuge Temple Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Amherst Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Greater Refuge Temple Christian Academy?
The acceptance rate of Greater Refuge Temple Christian Academy is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 75%. Greater Refuge Temple Christian Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New York with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Greater Refuge Temple Christian Academy?
Greater Refuge Temple Christian Academy famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate and Jane Smith, Olympic Champion.
What is Greater Refuge Temple Christian Academy's ranking?
Greater Refuge Temple Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Greater Refuge Temple Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Greater Refuge Temple Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Greater Refuge Temple Christian Academy located?
Greater Refuge Temple Christian Academy is located in the Fruit Belt neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 1 other private schools located in Fruit Belt.
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Greater Refuge Temple Christian Academy vs. Amherst Christian Academy
The nearest high school and elementary school to Greater Refuge Temple Christian Academy is Stanley G Falk School (1.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center (0.7 miles away)
Show me:
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center
Special Education School
50 E North St
Buffalo, NY 14203
(716) 885-8318
Buffalo, NY 14203
(716) 885-8318
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 224 students
184 Goodell St
Buffalo, NY 14204
(716) 852-4504
Buffalo, NY 14204
(716) 852-4504
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 12 students
Stanley G Falk School
Special Education School
848 Delaware Ave
Buffalo, NY 14209
(716) 882-0090
Buffalo, NY 14209
(716) 882-0090
1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 445 students Sports: 3 Acceptance rate listed
Westminster Early Childhood Pr
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
724 Delaware Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14209
(716) 884-9438
Buffalo, NY 14209
(716) 884-9438
1 miles
Gr: NS | 216 students
Catholic Academy West Buffalo
(Catholic)
1069 Delaware Ave
Buffalo, NY 14209
(716) 885-6111
Buffalo, NY 14209
(716) 885-6111
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 285 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Stanley G Falk School
Special Education School
848 Delaware Ave
Buffalo, NY 14209
(716) 882-0090
Buffalo, NY 14209
(716) 882-0090
1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 445 students Sports: 3 Acceptance rate listed
182 Sobieski St
Buffalo, NY 14212
(716) 892-2606
Buffalo, NY 14212
(716) 892-2606
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-11 | 258 students Avg. class size: 15 students
Canisius High School
All-boys (Catholic)
1180 Delaware Ave
Buffalo, NY 14209
(716) 882-0466
Buffalo, NY 14209
(716) 882-0466
1.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 878 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Nardin Academy
All-girls (Catholic)
135 Cleveland Ave
Buffalo, NY 14222
(716) 881-6262
Buffalo, NY 14222
(716) 881-6262
1.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 492 students Tuition listed
205 Bidwell Parkway
Buffalo, NY 14222
(716) 885-6780
Buffalo, NY 14222
(716) 885-6780
1.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 160 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 34 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Stanley G Falk School
Special Education School
848 Delaware Ave
Buffalo, NY 14209
(716) 882-0090
Buffalo, NY 14209
(716) 882-0090
1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 445 students Sports: 3 Acceptance rate listed
Catholic Academy West Buffalo
(Catholic)
1069 Delaware Ave
Buffalo, NY 14209
(716) 885-6111
Buffalo, NY 14209
(716) 885-6111
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 285 students
182 Sobieski St
Buffalo, NY 14212
(716) 892-2606
Buffalo, NY 14212
(716) 892-2606
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-11 | 258 students Avg. class size: 15 students
Saints Tabernacle School Of Excellence
(Church of God in Christ)
1301 Genesee St
Buffalo, NY 14211
(716) 892-8669
Buffalo, NY 14211
(716) 892-8669
1.2 miles
Gr: 2-8 | 15 students
St. Mary's School For The Deaf
Special Education School
2253 Main St
Buffalo, NY 14214
(716) 834-7200
Buffalo, NY 14214
(716) 834-7200
2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 109 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center
Special Education School
50 E North St
Buffalo, NY 14203
(716) 885-8318
Buffalo, NY 14203
(716) 885-8318
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 224 students
184 Goodell St
Buffalo, NY 14204
(716) 852-4504
Buffalo, NY 14204
(716) 852-4504
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 12 students
Westminster Early Childhood Pr
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
724 Delaware Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14209
(716) 884-9438
Buffalo, NY 14209
(716) 884-9438
1 miles
Gr: NS | 216 students
Catholic Academy West Buffalo
(Catholic)
1069 Delaware Ave
Buffalo, NY 14209
(716) 885-6111
Buffalo, NY 14209
(716) 885-6111
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 285 students
182 Sobieski St
Buffalo, NY 14212
(716) 892-2606
Buffalo, NY 14212
(716) 892-2606
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-11 | 258 students Avg. class size: 15 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
A J Schmidt Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9455 Lake Shore Rd
Angola, NY 14006
(716) 926-2351
Angola, NY 14006
(716) 926-2351
9521.3 miles
Gr: K-5 | 247 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
William G Houston Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8855 Erie Rd
Angola, NY 14006
(716) 926-2402
Angola, NY 14006
(716) 926-2402
9522.6 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 459 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Erie 2-chautauqua-cattaraugus Boces
Special Education School
8685 Erie Rd
Angola, NY 14006
(716) 549-4454
Angola, NY 14006
(716) 549-4454
9522.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 675 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Lake Shore Senior High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
959 Beach Rd
Angola, NY 14006
(716) 926-2310
Angola, NY 14006
(716) 926-2310
9522.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 665 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
John T Waugh Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 High St
Angola, NY 14006
(716) 926-2371
Angola, NY 14006
(716) 926-2371
9523 miles
Gr: K-5 | 295 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
School Reviews
Endorse Greater Refuge Temple Christian Academy. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
- Academic or athletic awards
Recent Articles
Private School Closures and Consolidations: Warning Signs to Watch
Learn the financial, enrollment, and leadership warning signs that may indicate a private school is at risk of closure or consolidation, and how families can prepare.
AI Tutoring in Private Schools: Innovation or Risk?
Discover how AI tutoring is changing private education, the benefits and risks for students, and what parents should ask before enrolling.
What New Cell Phone Laws Mean for Private School Families
Learn how new cell phone laws are affecting private schools, what parents should expect, and how to evaluate school technology policies in 2026.
