Nichols School

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Nichols School

Private Middle, High School | Grade 5-12
1250 Amherst St,  Buffalo, NY
4.4
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
$32,375

Niche Grade

A+
Academics
A-
Teachers
A
College Prep
A
Resources/Facilities
A
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.67
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1
Teachers
72
Full Time Teachers
67
Part Time Teachers
5
Teachers in First or Second Year
10%
College Prep
Average SAT
1310
Math
650
Verbal
660
Average ACT
30
Math
28
English
30
Reading
31
Science
29
Number of AP Courses
25
AP Pass Rate
87%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
90%
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 62 Students
Boston University 54 Students
Cornell University 48 Students
New York University 46 Students
Boston College 43 Students
Northeastern University 42 Students
Columbia University 36 Students
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor 35 Students
Syracuse University 33 Students
University of Miami 32 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 87 Students
Biology 60 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 41 Students
Finance 34 Students
Pre-Law Studies 29 Students
Psychology 28 Students
Political Science and Government 23 Students
Economics 22 Students
Computer Science 18 Students
Chemistry 17 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.4 97 Reviews
5.0 Parent
4/21/2026
I sent my daughter to Nichols for the smaller environment and the incredible faculty. She was involved in athletics and the arts and learned to balance everything with the rigorous academic curriculum. When she arrived at college she was much more prepared than most of her peers - especially when writing papers and relating to faculty.
5.0 Alum
2/15/2026
Applying to Nichols School changed my life–and the lives of so many I met there–to grow so readily and so well, in ways we didn't know they could. If you're looking for community, for challenging courses, for college readiness and opportunity, for a chance to make friends and memories that will last you a lifetime–or even if you don't know what you're looking for–Nichols School is truly the best place, and I wish you the best of luck.
5.0 Alum
2/9/2026
Nichols is so much more than just a school. It is a community where you get to go everyday and learn with your friends. I think the outside class experiences are the biggest difference maker at Nichols. The people I have meet and connected with are still my best friends to this day.
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 $32,375. 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 $556,628. 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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