Buffalo Academy Of The Sacred Heart (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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About the School

The Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart is a community committed to providing young women with a comprehensive, balanced and challenging Catholic education rooted in the core values of the Franciscan tradition.
We are committed to graduating young women with the intellectual preparedness, spiritual grounding, a deep commitment to service, and the leadership skills necessary to have a positive impact on the world.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NY School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 400 students
Yearly Tuition: $9,300
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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School Rankings

Buffalo Academy Of The Sacred Heart ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Buffalo Academy Of The Sacred Heart
9	112
10	104
11	93
12	91

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Year Founded

1877

School Motto

Christus Super Omnia (Christ Above All)

Student Body

Total Students

400 students

Student Body Type

All-girls

% Students of Color

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

39 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

18 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Gray skirt, polo shirt

Number of AP Courses

12 courses

Advanced Courses

BiologyCalculus

ChemistryCollege French I and II

College Spanish I and IIEnglish Language and Composition

English Literature and CompositionGovernment

PhysicsStatistics

United States HistoryWorld History

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
International Coalition of Girls' Schools (formerly NCGS) (ICGS)
Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$9,300

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Admissions Director

Mary Ganey Cochrane

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

15 sports

Sports

TennisTrack and Field

Volleyball

Colors

White, Maroon

School Mascot

Shamus The Shark

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

17 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Amnesty InternationalBook Club

Cooking for a CauseDiversity Club

Drama & Musical productionsEnvironmental Club

Filmmaking ClubFlash Mob Club

Life SkillsLiterary Magazine & Student Newspaper

Mock TrialNational Honor Society

Puzzle ClubRespect Life Club

Ski ClubWriters' Club

Yoga Club

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School Notes

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Texlin Usher-Quinney - 1992 - Played Division 1 basketball at Seton Hall and for the Indiana Fever in the WNBA. -
- Alicia Cummings McGlinchey - 1983 - Delivered the commencement address for the Class of 2024 highlighting resilience and sisterhood. -

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How much does Buffalo Academy Of The Sacred Heart cost?

Buffalo Academy Of The Sacred Heart's tuition is approximately $9,300 for private students.

What schools are Buffalo Academy Of The Sacred Heart often compared to?

Buffalo Academy Of The Sacred Heart is often viewed alongside schools like Mount St. Mary Academy by visitors of our site.

Who are famous alumni from Buffalo Academy Of The Sacred Heart?

Buffalo Academy Of The Sacred Heart famous alumni include: Texlin Usher-Quinney - 1992 - Played Division 1 basketball at Seton Hall and for the Indiana Fever in the WNBA. and Alicia Cummings McGlinchey - 1983 - Delivered the commencement address for the Class of 2024 highlighting resilience and sisterhood..

What sports does Buffalo Academy Of The Sacred Heart offer?

Buffalo Academy Of The Sacred Heart offers 15 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Buffalo Academy Of The Sacred Heart is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New York for most sports offered.

What is Buffalo Academy Of The Sacred Heart's ranking?

Buffalo Academy Of The Sacred Heart ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Buffalo Academy Of The Sacred Heart?

The application deadline for Buffalo Academy Of The Sacred Heart is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

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Seniors' Last Day

May 05, 2027 (Wednesday)

Last Day of Classes Underclasswomen

June 08, 2027 (Tuesday)

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