| Founded: |
1877 by the Sisters of St. Francis of Penance and Christian Charity |
| Affiliation: |
Roman Catholic, but welcoming to students from all backgrounds and faiths |
| Motto: |
Christus Super Omnia (Christ Above All) |
| Building & Facilities: |
- Main building, built in 1930
- Athletic Center (2014)
- Clare Music Hall
- Art Gallery (2015)
- Collaboratory (2016)
- Museum (2016)
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| Enrollment: |
423 girls, grades 9-12 |
| Demographics: |
30 school districts,
50 middle and elementary schools
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| Academics: |
- College preparatory
- 16 AP courses
- Advanced Designation Regents Diploma: 99%
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Program School
- Academic Support Program (English & Math)
- 100% of graduates attend college
- Ranked the #1 high school overall in Western New York (out of 132)* (Business First Guide to Western New York Schools, 2019-20)
- In subject areas, SHA received subject awards in all four areas: English, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Science
- Class of 2020: One National Merit Finalist, 1 National Merit Commended Student, 29 AP Scholars with Distinction, 12 AP Scholars with Honor, 15 AP Scholars
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| Faculty: |
50 Faculty members, 47 hold or are working toward an advanced degree;
Teacher/Student ration is 1:8;
Average class size is 18.
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| Tuition & Fees: |
$14,074 |
| Co-curricular opportunities: |
More than 40 clubs and extracurricular activities |
| Technology: |
- 1:1 iPad program
- Smart classrooms
- 3-D printers
- Laser cutter
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| Community Service: |
20 hours/year |
| Athletics: |
Member of the Monsignor Martin League (MML)
14 interscholastic sports and two club sports
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| Performing Arts: |
- Annual musical and drama productions
- Coffeehouse
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| Patron Saints: |
St. Francis and St. Clare |
| Mascot: |
SHAmus the Shark |
| School colors: |
Maroon & White |
| Uniform: |
Grey skirt and polo shirt |
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