Notre Dame Academy was founded by smart, independent, powerful women, the Sisters of the Congregation of Notre Dame (CNDs).
These women refused to believe the stereotypes about what girls could or should learn.
From the beginning, the curriculum at NDA provided a complete academic program, including "male" subjects like physics and geometry, as well as cultivating girls physical and athletic abilities.
The students at NDA were prepared for college when that was still a radical idea as the norm for young women.
The Sisters didn't "finish" girls; they empowered girls. Notre Dame Academy enabled students to identify and unfold their boundless potential and gifts, and positioned them as future history-makers and leaders.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
236 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
37%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Notre Dame Academy Elementary School?
The application deadline for Notre Dame Academy Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Notre Dame Academy Elementary School located?
Notre Dame Academy Elementary School is located in the Silver Lake neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 1 other private schools located in Silver Lake.
School Calendar
View the Notre Dame Academy Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
HS - Freshman & Seniors First Day (Notre Dame Campus Calendar)
September 04, 2024 (Wednesday)
ES - Grades K- 8 First Day of School - Half Day (Notre Dame Campus Calendar)
September 05, 2024 (Thursday)
HS - Sophomores & Juniors First Day of School (Notre Dame Campus Calendar)
September 05, 2024 (Thursday)
ES & HS - School Closed (Notre Dame Campus Calendar)
September 30, 2024 (Monday)
ES&HS - School Closed - Columbus Day (Notre Dame Campus Calendar)
October 14, 2024 (Monday)
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