St. Joseph University School
St. Joseph Elementary School is the oldest, continually operational Catholic elementary school in the City of Buffalo.
St. Joseph School opened its doors in 1849 as a German school.
Our mission is to provide the highest quality Catholic education possible, in an atmosphere of worship, warmth, and wisdom; and to instill the values of living Christ's word, sharing his word, and loving all without exception.
We believe education is the means through which children are guided in their life-long quest of becoming responsible members of our world community.
Such a pursuit involves, on our part, the earnest endeavor to discover and cultivate the individual talents of each child and the sincere effort to develop a healthy self esteem which is the basis of ultimate respect for humanity and the world.
We believe we can attain this end most effectively by communicating the message of Jesus, not only by word, but also by example, thus creating a genuine faith community in which both students and staff can grow in wisdom and grace.
Since love of neighbor is the touchstone of a truly Christian life, we will encourage students to engage in service outside the school community, thus carrying the gospel message to others more effectively.
Quick Stats (2021-22)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 198 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
198 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
66%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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The nearest high school and elementary school to St. Joseph University School is Catholic Central School (0.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Rose Of Lima Elementary School (0.8 miles away)
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St. Mark Elementary School
(Roman Catholic)
Grades: K-8 | 374 students 1.6 miles 399 Woodward Ave
Buffalo, NY 14214
(716) 836-1191
Buffalo, NY 14214
(716) 836-1191
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K-8
374
Grades: NS-12 | 257 students 4.5 miles 39 Academy St
Buffalo, NY 14221
(716) 634-4821
Buffalo, NY 14221
(716) 634-4821
4.5
NS-12
257
Grades: PK-8 | 298 students 2 miles 104 New Amsterdam Ave
Buffalo, NY 14216
(716) 877-5035
Buffalo, NY 14216
(716) 877-5035
2
PK-8
298
Grades: PK-12 | 344 students 2.4 miles 4625 Harlem Road
Buffalo, NY 14226
(716) 839-1242
Buffalo, NY 14226
(716) 839-1242
2.4
PK-12
344
St. Bernard Elementary School
(Roman Catholic)
Grades: PK-8 | 148 students 5.7 miles 1988 Clinton Street
Buffalo, NY 14206
(716) 822-8057
Buffalo, NY 14206
(716) 822-8057
5.7
PK-8
148
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