Northern Chautauqua Catholic School

336 Washington Ave Dunkirk, NY 14048
www.nccschool.us

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 197 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,300
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 197 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,300
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
197 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 39%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL

School Notes

  • Northern Chautauqua Catholic School offers a high-quality education with a curriculum that adheres to both New York State and diocesan guidelines and offers excellence in Catholic education for children in grades pre-kindergarten (4 year olds) through eighth grade.
  • The core curriculum begins with reading, writing and mathematics.
  • Social studies, science and language arts are also offered at each grade.
  • It is, however, the variety of special classes that makes the educational differences at Northern Chautauqua Catholic School: Spanish, Music, Art, Physical Education, Technology and Health.
  • In addition, students in grades sixth through eighth have quarterly electives to choose from.
  • As a Christian institution, we are committed to the teachings of the Catholic Church, to prepare students to respond in faith to Jesus Christ and to understand His Message, to follow moral standards of conduct, and to achieve integrity of character.
  • Its mission is to provide a foundation for Christian living by integrating and nurturing faith through teaching and example and thereby becoming an extension of the teaching mission of the Roman Catholic Church.
  • Northern Chautauqua Catholic School is a Christ-centered community which stimulates academic excellence and emphasizes family values and respect of self and others all in an atmosphere of kindness, love and understanding.
  • We are committed to balancing physical, spiritual, intellectual and social growth for our students so that they mature into responsible, self-disciplined citizens, developing and supporting a dynamic faculty and staff comprised of dedicated professionals, providing a physical facility conducive to reaching our goals, encouraging parental involvement of time and talent, continually developing and evaluating decisions, options and actions consistent with this mission, these values and beliefs.
  • School Motto: Home of the Mighty Monarchs
  • Northern Chautauqua Catholic School offers a high-quality education with a curriculum that adheres to both New York State and diocesan guidelines and offers excellence in Catholic education for children in grades pre-kindergarten (4 year olds) through eighth grade.
  • The core curriculum begins with reading, writing and mathematics.
  • Social studies, science and language arts are also offered at each grade.
  • It is, however, the variety of special classes that makes the educational differences at Northern Chautauqua Catholic School: Spanish, Music, Art, Physical Education, Technology and Health.
  • In addition, students in grades sixth through eighth have quarterly electives to choose from.
  • As a Christian institution, we are committed to the teachings of the Catholic Church, to prepare students to respond in faith to Jesus Christ and to understand His Message, to follow moral standards of conduct, and to achieve integrity of character.
  • Its mission is to provide a foundation for Christian living by integrating and nurturing faith through teaching and example and thereby becoming an extension of the teaching mission of the Roman Catholic Church.
  • Northern Chautauqua Catholic School is a Christ-centered community which stimulates academic excellence and emphasizes family values and respect of self and others all in an atmosphere of kindness, love and understanding.
  • We are committed to balancing physical, spiritual, intellectual and social growth for our students so that they mature into responsible, self-disciplined citizens, developing and supporting a dynamic faculty and staff comprised of dedicated professionals, providing a physical facility conducive to reaching our goals, encouraging parental involvement of time and talent, continually developing and evaluating decisions, options and actions consistent with this mission, these values and beliefs.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Northern Chautauqua Catholic School cost?
Northern Chautauqua Catholic School's tuition is approximately $6,300 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Northern Chautauqua Catholic School?
The application deadline for Northern Chautauqua Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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