Notre Dame High School, a Catholic college preparatory school in the Holy Cross tradition, educates the hearts and minds of students who are diverse in talent, ethnicity and society.
As a faith community, Notre Dame strives to provide each student with a rich academic background, an appropriate sense of self, an opportunity for growth, a commitment to family, community, nation and world, and respect for the spiritual dignity of all persons.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,229 students
- Acceptance rate: 99%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Notre Dame High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1947
Colors
Blue, Navy Blue, Gold
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
1,229 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
37%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$21,950 (9th-11th Grades) $22,450 (12th Grade)
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 82%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Notre Dame High School?
The acceptance rate of Notre Dame High School is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
What is Notre Dame High School's ranking?
Notre Dame High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Notre Dame High School?
The application deadline for Notre Dame High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Welcome Day - First Day
August 12, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
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Quick Facts
7500 Chaminade Avenue
Canoga Park, CA 91304
(818) 347-8300
Canoga Park, CA 91304
(818) 347-8300
12.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,272 student Avg. class size: 27 students Sports: 18 Tuition listed
5031 Alonzo Ave
Encino, CA 91316
(818) 345-1672
Encino, CA 91316
(818) 345-1672
5.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 452 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3900 Stansbury Avenue
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
(818) 783-1610
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
(818) 783-1610
1.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 836 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition listed
4533 Laurel Canyon Blvd
Valley Village, CA 91607
(818) 980-7280
Valley Village, CA 91607
(818) 980-7280
1.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 1,148 student Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
3700 Coldwater Canyon Avenue
Studio City, CA 91604
(818) 980-6692
Studio City, CA 91604
(818) 980-6692
2.8 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 1,611 student Sports: 18 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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