Where every child is seen as a child of God, deserving of respect and an opportunity to reach their full potential

Educating mind, body and soul in a caring, nurturing, safe environment

55 Catholic elementary and middle schools on 60 campuses
- 14,000 students 
- 800 caring, highly-qualified teachers and administrators
- Serving Pre-K three year olds to Grade 8 students
- Financial aid available through Catholic Tuition Assistance Program
- 94 percent of our elementary school graduates attend the high school of their choice 
- Students consistently score above grade level on New York State assessments and National Standardized tests
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15 Catholic High Schools
- 6,000 students 
- 400 caring, highly-qualified teachers and administrators
- 98 percent of our high school students pursue further education
- Our graduates attend top universities throughout the United States including Notre Dame, Harvard, Fordham, Georgetown, Cornell, Northwestern, the University at Buffalo, the University of Rochester and the seven Catholic colleges and universities in the Diocese of Buffalo:  St. Bonaventure University, Canisius College, D'Youville College, Hilbert College, Niagara University, Trocaire College and Villa Maria College.
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Busing available to Catholic Schools
Yellow bus service is provided by the public school districts, including the city of Buffalo.  Details and application information are available at your local Catholic elementary school.  Restrictions apply depending on school district and distance from school.

The best opportunities in life for your children 
When it comes to education, parents have many choices. Families of all faiths who have chosen the Catholic schools of the Diocese of Buffalo have discovered outstanding education, leadership and spiritual guidance for their children - a tradition since 1847.

Learn, Grow, Succeed
Our approach to education focuses on the many aspects of a student's growth. By fostering their intellectual, spiritual, physical and social development, we help children to become better students and well-rounded young men and women capable of succeeding in high school and college. For more information on choosing a Catholic school click here.

Great Teachers . . . Great Students
The caring teachers in our Catholic schools are among the most qualified and brightest professionals in the field. You'll also find some of the most dedicated; to children and to our faith. Beginning in the elementary years and continuing through high school, our teachers ensure that learning is maximized through personal attention, technology and a variety of instructional strategies. The result: 98 percent of Catholic high school students go on to college.

Choose a Catholic education for your child - call today for more information: 716-847-5520.