Notre Dame High School in West Haven, CT, serves 518 co–ed students in grades 9 through 12 within a suburban community setting.
Founded in 1946, this Catholic high school is affiliated with the National Catholic Educational Association and maintains a formal dress code.
The school offers 60 Advanced Placement courses and has a student–teacher ratio of 15:1 with an average class size of 15.
Annual tuition is $19,150, and the school has an acceptance rate of 99%.
Notre Dame High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for student body size and number of AP courses offered.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked CT School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Yearly Tuition: $19,150
- Acceptance rate: 99%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Notre Dame High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1946
Colors
Green, Gold
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
8 acres
Student Body
Total Students
518 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
35%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
60 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$19,150
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
Endowment Size
$9 million
School Notes
- School Motto: Character. Compassion. Confidence.
- School Mascot: Green Knight
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Notre Dame High School cost?
Notre Dame High School's tuition is approximately $19,150 for private students.
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 71%.
What is Notre Dame High School's ranking?
Notre Dame High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for: Largest student body and Most AP courses offered.
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
Martin Luther King Jr. Day - School Closed
January 19, 2026 (Monday)
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