The Park School Of Buffalo (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NY School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 345 students
Yearly Tuition: $16,995
Acceptance rate: 88%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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School News

- 03/10/2025
The Park School of Buffalo's girls' varsity basketball team won its first state championship title in New York City.
- 04/08/2024
A crowd of spectators watches as the sky goes dark at the Park School.
- 02/15/2024
Turner Battle was a color commentator during an ESPN Plus broadcast of a University at Buffalo men's basketball game Jan. 6, but he wasn't expecting to go on television and ...morefind out he would receive one of the biggest honors from his alma mater. hide
- 10/07/2019
Park School is setting a high bar for science education in Western New York, with the opening of its new science center.The 11,000-square-foot building has four state-of-the art classrooms, a ...morefield station with an overhead door for easy access to the nearby marsh and extensive glass throughout, to draw in the light and natural surroundings of the private school's 34-acre campus on Harlem Road in Amherst. hide

School Rankings

The Park School Of Buffalo ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Park School Of Buffalo
Pre-K	52
Kind	18
1	18
2	16
3	16
4	16
5	18
6	17
7	18
8	16
9	35
10	35
11	35
12	35

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Dual Language Immersion Program

Yes

Secondary Immersion Language

Spanish

Year Founded

1912

School Calendar

Campus Size

34 acres

School Motto

VERITAS ET GAUDIUM

Student Body

Total Students

345 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

62%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

45 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

82%

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Students may express themselves through their wardrobe, as long as it is not deemed offensive to others.

Number of AP Courses

13 courses

Advanced Courses

Anatomy & PhysiologyAP 2-D Art Design

Calculus ICalculus II

Calculus IIIEnglish Literature & Composition

FrenchModern World & US Government

PH 120 Environmental SciencePhysics

StatisticsUS Government & Politics

US History

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$16,995

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Tuition Notes

Tuition cost varies by grade and starts at $16,995. Students may receive financial aid awards.

% on Financial Aid

45%

Acceptance Rate

88%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Jarret Izzo

Admissions Associate

Eileen State

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

BowlingCross Country

Flag FootballFootball

GolfSoccer

SoftballTennis

Volleyball

School Mascot

Pioneers

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

12 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

American Sign Language ClubBABEL Book Club

Earth Spirit Educational ServicesEngineering Club

Environmental Stewardship ClubGSA

Legos & Literacy ClubMartial Arts Club

Model United NationsSino-American Fusion

Student Government

Arts and Music Programs:

Drama Club (Plays, Musicals)

School Notes

The Park School engages the whole student in a diverse and creative community that nurtures the joy and responsibility of active learning in all, from our youngest learners to our graduates, who leave with the skills essential to college success and the confidence to serve and lead.
Park provides a rigorous academic program in an educational climate that emphasizes empathy, compassion, social awareness, and a sense of belonging to a tightly- knit, multi-age community.
All Park graduates are accepted to college.
With an 8:1 student to teacher ratio, each student has ample opportunity to learn through experience with personal attention from dedicated teachers.
Whether on a playing field or stage, in an art studio or science lab, the learning environment fostered at Park frees students from the constraints of competition and encourages them to stretch themselves.
In all areas, students are encouraged to ask questions and explore their world in an open and supportive environment.
At Park, education is a way of life; living and learning are inseparable.

The Park School of Buffalo is an exceptionally unique and diverse school of academic excellence and college preparation, where we prepare students of all ages for real life experiences through progressive education with continual learning and critical thinking in a hands-on environment.We pride ourselves on our friendly community and atmosphere, as our students are taught respect, responsibility, honesty, and kindness while carrying out the necessary academic work and duties to become their best selves.
Our Mission: The Park School engages the whole student in a diverse and creative community that nurtures the joy and responsibility of active learning in all, from our youngest learners to our graduates, who leave with the skills essential to college success and the confidence to serve and lead.
Our Campus: Park is tucked away on a serene, 34-acre campus in Amherst, NY.Our close proximity to Interstate 290 allows for a convenient commute for our families, who come from 44 different zip codes in the Buffalo/Niagara region.Boasting 14 building, three playing fields, a pond, a stream, a marsh and nature trails, our campus allows our students to engage in experiential learning as it is intended.Intentionally designed so that our classrooms and the outdoors integrate seamlessly, inspiration is limitless as curriculum knows no boundaries and isn't confined to four walls.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Jordan Nwora - NBA: Indiana Pacers (2023), Toronto Raptors (2025), Nigeria men's national basketball team (current)
- Anna Hezel - Wrote cookbook: "Tin to Table: Fancy, Snacky Recipes for Tin-thusiasts and A-fish-ionados", featured on Ryan Seacrest. Articles in Forbes, TASTE, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Rolling Stone, GQ, among others. http://www.annahezel.com/

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Park School Of Buffalo cost?

The Park School Of Buffalo's tuition is approximately $16,995 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of The Park School Of Buffalo?

The acceptance rate of The Park School Of Buffalo is 88%, which is higher than the national average of 76%.

Who are famous alumni from The Park School Of Buffalo?

The Park School Of Buffalo famous alumni include: Jordan Nwora and Anna Hezel.

What sports does The Park School Of Buffalo offer?

The Park School Of Buffalo offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis and Volleyball.

What is The Park School Of Buffalo's ranking?

The Park School Of Buffalo ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for The Park School Of Buffalo?

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

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (3 reviews)

5 9/3/2020

Park School of Buffalo holistic approach to educating and nurturing our son is exceptional. I wish all students could have this experience. We are so happy and so proud to be a part of the Park community.

- Posted by Parent - Archer

5 5/17/2016

Even tho there are several highly rated schools in our neighborhood (public and private), we send our kids to Park because the school's approach to education combines real academic challenge and independent learning with other life skills that we value, such as kindness, responsibility, and the joy of community. My kids are thriving.

- Posted by Parent - kebro

5 10/27/2012

Park is a wonderful school. We just moved to Buffalo and are so pleased that we were introduced to Park School. It is a beautiful campus with 3 fields, pond, marsh, and gardens. The faculty care about the success of students and go the extra mile. We have 2 kids who are academically challenged, involved in athletics and the arts, and LOVE coming to school. Park is more than a school, it is a true community that welcomes everyone.

- Posted by Parent - lcerr

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Buffalo, NY is $11,407 for elementary schools and $12,441 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Buffalo, NY is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).