Mount Notre Dame High School

Mount Notre Dame High School in Cincinnati, OH, serves 727 students in grades 9 through 12 as an all–girls Catholic suburban high school.
Founded in 1860, the school has a long history and offers 20 Advanced Placement courses for academic advancement.
The student–teacher ratio of 16:1, supported by a teaching staff of 46 educators.
The student body includes 18% students of color, reflecting some racial and ethnic diversity within the suburban community.
Annual tuition is $25,000, which is above the Cincinnati average for private high schools.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked OH School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 727 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Mount Notre Dame High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1860
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Columbia blue
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
727 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 11:1
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
20 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$25 million

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Mount Notre Dame High School cost?
Mount Notre Dame High School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What is Mount Notre Dame High School's ranking?
Mount Notre Dame High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Mount Notre Dame High School?
The application deadline for Mount Notre Dame High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked OH School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 727 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Cincinnati, OH is $8,449 for elementary schools and $17,684 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Cincinnati, OH is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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