Notre Dame High School

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:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1947
Colors
Blue, Navy Blue, Gold

Student Body

Total Students
1,229 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
37%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 11:1

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
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)

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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)

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The average private school tuition in Los Angeles County, CA is $18,226 for elementary schools and $23,921 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Los Angeles County, CA is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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