For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 277 students in Dunkirk, NY (there are 6 public schools, serving 1,933 public students). 13% of all K-12 students in Dunkirk, NY are educated in private schools (compared to the NY state average of 15%).
The average acceptance rate is 98%, which is higher than the New York private school average acceptance rate of 74%.
Private Schools in Dunkirk, NY (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Central Christian Academy
(Baptist)
876 Central Avenue
Dunkirk, NY 14048
(716) 366-6634
Dunkirk, NY 14048
(716) 366-6634
Gr: PK-12 | 80 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Northern Chautauqua Catholic School
(Catholic)
336 Washington Ave
Dunkirk, NY 14048
(716) 366-0630
Dunkirk, NY 14048
(716) 366-0630
Gr: PK-8 | 197 students Tuition listed
Dunkirk, New York Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Hyacinth School (Closed 2006)
(Catholic)
296 Lake Shore Drive E
Dunkirk, NY 14048
(716) 366-1950
Dunkirk, NY 14048
(716) 366-1950
Gr: PK-8 | 131 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in Dunkirk, NY?
2 private schools are located in Dunkirk, NY.
What percentage of students in Dunkirk go to private school?
13% of all K-12 students in Dunkirk are educated in private schools (compared to the NY state average of 15%).
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