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Nardin Academy

135 Cleveland Ave
Buffalo, NY 14222

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Nardin Academy is an all–girls Catholic private high school serving grades 9 through 12 in the Elmwood Village neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. Founded in 1857, the school has an enrollment of 492 students and a student–teacher ratio of 13:1 with 39 teaching staff.

The school is located in a large city setting and is a member of the American Montessori Society, National Association of Independent Schools, and National Catholic Educational Association.

Annual tuition for Nardin Academy is $25,000, which is above the average private high school tuition in Buffalo.

Nardin Academy ranks in the top 20% of New York private schools for student diversity, enrollment size, and longevity of school history.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked NY School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 492 students
Yearly Tuition: $25,000
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Nardin Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
American Montessori Society (AMS)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Year Founded

1857

Colors

White, Green

Student Body

Total Students

492 students

Student Body Type

All-girls

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 39%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

39 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$25,000

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School Notes

School Motto: 'Inspiring hearts and minds to do amazing things for the world through faith, character, academic excellence, and service.'
School Mascot: Nardin Academy Gators

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Nardin Academy cost?

Nardin Academy's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.

What is Nardin Academy's ranking?

Nardin Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Nardin Academy?

The application deadline for Nardin Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Nardin Academy located?

Nardin Academy is located in the Elmwood Village neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 2 other private schools located in Elmwood Village.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked NY School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 492 students
Yearly Tuition: $25,000
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Buffalo, NY is $11,407 for elementary schools and $12,441 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Buffalo, NY is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).