Notre Dame Academy in Buffalo, NY, offers co–ed Catholic education for grades PK through 8 in a city setting within the South Abbott neighborhood.
The school enrolls 502 students with a student–teacher ratio of 14:1, supported by 35 teaching staff.
Founded in 1905, Notre Dame Academy is among the oldest private schools in the region.
Annual tuition is $6,000, which is below the Buffalo private school average for elementary education.
Notre Dame Academy is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association and other religious school associations.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top-Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Notre Dame Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
502 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Drama ClubMedia Club
Service ClubStudent Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Intramurals
School Notes
- School Motto: Notre Dame Academy(NDA) is a growing, passionate Regional School, dedicated to enriching students’ lives with the highest values in academic, moral and Catholic education.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Notre Dame Academy cost?
Notre Dame Academy's tuition is approximately $6,000 for private students.
What sports does Notre Dame Academy offer?
Notre Dame Academy offers 10 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Notre Dame Academy's ranking?
Notre Dame Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Notre Dame Academy?
The application deadline for Notre Dame Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Notre Dame Academy located?
Notre Dame Academy is located in the South Abbott neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
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