The administration seemed to perpetually worsen things with unnecessary new rules that only served to aggravate students and teachers. The academics are good, but not exceptional. Although many cite the lack of Regents requirement as an advantage, in my experience (the last year before I left) The math
... Read more and science classes I took fell short of preparing me even for the Regents exams, which are the basic guideline for all of the state. There are many excellent teachers there, but the faculty often seem out of sync with the administration, and the result is conflict between teachers who generally just want to teach their classes and the administration who seem to hold teachers back in certain ways. If one lives in a district with good public schools (I am fortunate enough to do so), I would recommend the public school, as the atmosphere will be more diverse. Read less
Posted by a student on 10/02/09
Canisius High School provides an excellent education as well as a great foundation for life. The school encourages the boys to become men for others. This includes making the most of their abilities and talents to help themselves and others. The school stresses academic, athletic and personal growth.
... Read more It encourages the students to be part of a brotherhood, to help each other and be there for each other for life. The alumni is a strong close community and Canisius graduates remain close to the school even if only at heart. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/11/09
This school is absolutely terrible! My son went here and hated it. The education is awful. The number of students is way to higgh, the teachers cannot give any individual attention to a student. I gret very much sending my son to Canisius High School.
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Posted by a parent on 03/15/09
My son is currently a sophomore at Canisius and we had visited other New York Jesuit high schools before settling on Canisius (my husband's job permitted us to choose NYC or Buffalo) and after touring Regis, Loyola and Xavier in NYC, my son decided on coming to Canisius and staying in Buffalo, and he
... Read more says that it was the best choice he's ever made. He has made some terrific friends that I have taken to become part of the family. The academics are rigorous, but only if you challenge yourself with AP and Honors classes. I am extremely impressed with the quality of the education the teachers provide and am very happy with the hiring of recent alumni to teach. I couldn't be more happy with the decision to send my son to Canisius, especially because it's a lot cheaper than some of the NYC schools! ;) Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/19/09
I can't say enough to convey how happy I am with Canisius High School. The education my son is receiving is outstanding. The teachers and administrators stress the importance of education, exemplary behavior, and working for others less fortunate. My son loves Canisius, and I'm proud that he attends
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Posted by a parent on 02/16/09
I don't know how to describe my Canisius experience in just a few sentances. My older brother went to Canisius and he had a tough time adjusting from public school. Canisius was a bit too rigorous for him. But as I saw him struggle, I also saw him grow. When I first walked into Canisius, I was overwhelmed
... Read more by the students and teachers welcoming me. I am currently a sophomore and would say coming to Canisius is my second most life-changing experience. I went on a retreat and this changed my life so much. I have made so many great friends and there are a few that I know will be there when we're done with college and move on. I will never forget any of these memories at Canisius and hope that any young men looking for a private school chosse Canisius because it is the best school in America. Read less
Posted by a student on 12/19/08
just the best school buffalo has to offer. 14 million in scholarships last year. that speaks volumes.only 200 graduating that shows the school shines in colleges eyes
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Posted by a parent on 11/05/08
Canisius has become second home to me, even though the new administration is turning it into something it is not. Not only is it one of if not the best college prep school in the area, but, more importantly educates students to become men for others. No other school in Buffalo can produce the type
... Read more of individual that Canisius can. Retreats will help you discover yourself and develop relationships that will last a lifetime. And if you do service projects such as I have you will learn to put others before yourself. That is what being a Crusader is all about. Read less
Posted by a student on 01/16/08
I go to school hear and love every day of it. Its my home away from home. The students and teachers are great. We are one big family. Go Canisius! Beat Joes!
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Posted by a student on 12/12/07
Canisius is a great blend of academics and athletics/other activities that I do not believe can be found anywhere else. The kids at Canisius care about there grades and for the most part want to learn. The school is improving constantly with the new building plans being proposed. The school being coed
... Read more is a factor but personally after a week I didnt really care anymore. Also i do truthfully find it easier to go to school and focus on school and sports with out being with girls all day. Read less
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Buffalo schools — Canisius High School is located at 1180 Delaware Ave, Buffalo NY 14209. 1180 Delaware Ave is in the Delaware-West Ferry neighborhood and 14209 ZIP code in Buffalo, NY The school district for Canisius High School is the Diocese Of Buffalo Education Office. Canisius High School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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