2025 Best School Districts in Buffalo, New York

K-12 Schools
- City Honors School
- Consistently ranked as one of the top public schools in New York State
- Offers International Baccalaureate (IB) program
- Nichols School
- Private, co-educational day school known for its rigorous academics
- Strong college preparatory program and high college acceptance rates
- Olmsted School 64
- Public school known for its gifted and talented program
- Emphasizes project-based learning and critical thinking skills
Colleges and Universities
- University at Buffalo (SUNY Buffalo)
- Largest campus in the State University of New York system
- Known for its research programs and diverse academic offerings
- Canisius College
- Private Jesuit college known for its business and education programs
- Strong emphasis on community service and social justice
- Buffalo State College
- Public college known for its teacher education and arts programs
- Offers unique programs like fashion and textile technology