Notre Dame Elementary School

Notre Dame Elementary School, A National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, has the unique distinction of being a Sisters of Notre Dame sponsored school and the first Catholic elementary school in Geauga County. The school empowers students from preschool through grade 8 by providing a strong foundation to pursue their dreams, achieve academic excellence, realize their full potential and succeed in making a positive difference in today's world.

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Top Ranked OH School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 420 students
  • Average class size: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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

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School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. May 21, 2026
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2018

Student Body

Total Students
420 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Notre Dame Elementary School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
24 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Josephine Ambrose
Application URL

School Notes

  • Notre Dame Elementary School is located on 350 scenic acres in Geauga County and provides classes for preschool thru eigth grade. The student body of NDES is made up of students from Geauga County, Lake County, Cuyahoga County, Ashtabula County, and Portage County. Our average class size is 24 students. The caring and nurturing environment of the school provides an atmosphere in which academics and spiritual growth can flourish together. Notre Dame's community spirit can be attributed to its committed partnership with students, parents, staff and Sisters all working together towards a shared common vision for tomorrow's future.
Source: Verified school update

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Notre Dame Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Notre Dame Elementary School?
The application deadline for Notre Dame Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Top Ranked OH School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 420 students
  • Average class size: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Ohio is $9,296 for elementary schools and $13,222 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Ohio is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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