AMHERST, NY (WKBW) — Amherst Christian Academy on Tonawanda Creek Road is closing for good, just weeks before the new school year is set to begin.
Friday was the last day of operations at the school, which is run by Creekside Assembly of God. Those who learned of the closing said the school cited enrollment, finances and staffing as the reasons for shutting down the pre-K through 12 campus.
The faith-based school recently celebrated its 50th year of education. Its webpage was still displaying that it was accepting applications for the new school year, but according to GreatSchools.org, the private school had only about 41 students enrolled.
“Basically, stated that it is true they are closing their doors on August 14th. It was like a combination of reasons, you know, with financial situation and enrollment numbers. So, it is very sad to hear and see,” said Heather Mattiuzzo…