Notre Dame Academy Girls High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 271 students
Yearly Tuition: $15,350
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 11
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Notre Dame Academy Girls High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Notre Dame Academy Girls High School
9	60
10	66
11	70
12	75

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Year Founded

1949

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Campus Size

3 acres

School Motto

Empowering young women to rise with purpose!

Student Body

Total Students

271 students

Student Body Type

All-girls

% Students of Color

57%

State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

23 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

70%

Average Class Size

22 students

Average SAT score

1290

(Out of 1600)

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform

Number of AP Courses

18 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Advanced Courses

Advanced DanceAP Art History

AP BiologyAP Calculus

AP ChemistryAP English Language

AP English LiteratureAP Environmental Science

AP European HistoryAP French

AP Government and PoliticsAP Psychology

AP SpanishAP Studio Art- 2-D Design

AP Studio Art- DrawingAP US History

AP World HistoryHonors Algebra II

Honors ChemistryHonors Geometry

Honors Spanish III

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 11

Yearly Tuition Cost

$15,350

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% on Financial Aid

29%

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Christian Davis

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

10 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

DanceEquestrian

SoccerSoftball

SwimmingTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

School Mascot

Regals

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

16 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Athletic AssociationCampus Ministry

ChoirDance

DramaDrama Teacher's Association of Southern California (DTASC)

Honor CouncilJournalism

National Honors SocietyQueen's Council

Rereat TeamSound and Light Crew

Student CouncilStudent Forum

Yearbook

Club or Organization:

NDA United

School Notes

Notre Dame Academy is a Catholic, private, college preparatory school for young women, founded in 1949 by the Sisters of Notre Dame.
Notre Dame Academy's administration, teachers, coaches, and staff integrate the mission, "educating young women to make a difference," throughout all aspects of the student experience.
Our curriculum is engaging and challenging. Each student is nurtured as an individual with unique talents and strengths. Our graduates are prepared academically, spiritually, and emotionally to excel in college and beyond.
26 AP and Honors courses
100% college acceptance
10 athletic teams, 4 levels of dance, and extensive visual arts offerings

Notre Dame Academy is a Catholic, private, college preparatory school for young women, founded in 1949 by the Sisters of Notre Dame.
Notre Dame Academy'sadministration, teachers, coaches, and staff integrate the mission,"educating young women to make a difference,"throughout all aspects of the student experience.
Our curriculum is engaging and challenging. Each student is nurtured as an individual with unique talents and strengths. Our graduates are prepared academically, spiritually, and emotionally to excel in college and beyond.
26 AP and Honors courses
100% college acceptance
10 athletic teams, 4 levels of dance, and extensive visual arts offerings

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Samantha Costanzo Carleton, NDA '11 -

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Notre Dame Academy Girls High School cost?

Notre Dame Academy Girls High School's tuition is approximately $15,350 for private students.

What schools are Notre Dame Academy Girls High School often compared to?

Notre Dame Academy Girls High School is often viewed alongside schools like Marymount High School Los Angeles by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Notre Dame Academy Girls High School?

The acceptance rate of Notre Dame Academy Girls High School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.

Who are famous alumni from Notre Dame Academy Girls High School?

Notre Dame Academy Girls High School famous alumni include: Samantha Costanzo Carleton, NDA '11.

Does Notre Dame Academy Girls High School offer a summer program?

Yes, Notre Dame Academy Girls High School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does Notre Dame Academy Girls High School offer?

Notre Dame Academy Girls High School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Notre Dame Academy Girls High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.

What is Notre Dame Academy Girls High School's ranking?

Notre Dame Academy Girls High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Notre Dame Academy Girls High School?

The application deadline for Notre Dame Academy Girls High School is Jan. 11.

In what neighborhood is Notre Dame Academy Girls High School located?

Notre Dame Academy Girls High School is located in the West Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 8 other private schools located in West Los Angeles.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (3 reviews)

5 9/10/2017

I went here about 50 years ago and am blown away by the differences. We had nuns for teachers and brown and yellow uniforms. But I loved this school. I remember how rugged the courses were and by ND's standards, todays public schools seem weak. I went to the elementary too and our 8th grade teacher, Sr. Patricia Anne, was the principal as well.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - kim

5 10/1/2016

Attended this institution from 9-12, did an amazing job preparing me for university level courses, and I made great friends and memories :)

- Posted by Student/Alumni - bamez

5 1/31/2013

Great teachers, student body and extracuriculum and sports opportunities.

- Posted by Parent - sally

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The average private school tuition in Los Angeles, CA is $19,430 for elementary schools and $25,856 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Los Angeles, CA is 76% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).