Nichols School

Nichols School

Private Middle, High School | Grade 5-12
1250 Amherst St,  Buffalo, NY
4.3
5.0
567 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
William "bill" Clough
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1
Average SAT Score
1310
Average ACT Score
30
Average GPA
3.67
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$31,350

Niche Grade

A+
Academics
A-
Teachers
A
College Prep
A
Resources/Facilities
A
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.67
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1
Teachers
73
Full Time Teachers
64
Part Time Teachers
9
College Prep
Average SAT
1310
Math
650
Verbal
660
Average ACT
30
Math
28
English
31
Reading
31
Science
29
Number of AP Courses
20
AP Pass Rate
84.3%
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
95%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Male
57%
Female
43%
White
59.4%
Asian
20.3%
Black
9.2%
Two or more races
7.2%
Hispanic
3.5%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University at Buffalo, SUNY 56 Students
Boston University 54 Students
Cornell University 48 Students
New York University 40 Students
Northeastern University 40 Students
Boston College 40 Students
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor 32 Students
Columbia University 32 Students
Syracuse University 31 Students
University of Miami 30 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 79 Students
Biology 53 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 41 Students
Finance 28 Students
Psychology 26 Students
Pre-Law Studies 23 Students
Political Science and Government 22 Students
Economics 20 Students
Computer Science 18 Students
History 16 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.3 81 Reviews
3.0 Alum
6/12/2025
I disliked it generally. The English department is very strong. Though many teachers have good credentials, I have found the stem education to be uninspired and dull. As an example of diversity, one of the about 50 boys in my grade was black. Arts declined as I studied there.
3.0 Sophomore
7/9/2024
Lacks diversity in a range of demographics, but especially in staff and administration. The culture of the school is definitely harmful for both students of color and general student population.
3.0 Freshman
5/11/2024
The best part of Nichols was how it got you ready for a college level in environment, which class selection and multiple designated buildings to move from class to class. The worst part was the separation and low involvement we as students could have on the impact of the school. I wish, as a student body, we were able to have a lot more control.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 3 Reviews
5.0 other
10/5/2014
As a recent graduate, I can honestly say that Nichols put me and my classmates on the path to not just being accepted at, but excelling at the top US universities. The teachers care, the facilities are excellent, and ever since they brought in SAGE Dining the lunches have been generally top notch. T...
5.0 parent
4/29/2014
I have children in the middle school and the high school. This is our 5th year there and we have had a great experience. The middle school teachers in particular are so invested in our kids and their progress both academically and as individuals. If there is Nichols Kool Aid, my children have drank...
5.0 parent
12/13/2011
I am very pleased to say my daughter is being challenged academically (finally) and her teachers and advisor know her personally. Everyone looks out for the kids' best interest, which means a lot to me. The teachers are passionate and spend time working with students outside of class. We are very pl...

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Nichols School is a private school for students in grades 5-12 located at 1250 Amherst St in Buffalo, NY. Annual tuition is $31,350. The school has a total enrollment of 567 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 8:1. Nichols School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A. The average GPA is 3.67, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1310 and an ACT score of 30. The average home value in this area is $542,595. Discover additional schools in the area, like St. Mary's School for the Deaf, St. Joseph's Collegiate Institute, Canisius High, and more. Learn more about what Buffalo has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Nichols School.

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