Notre Dame High School is a private, Roman Catholic, co-educational college preparatory school located in West Haven, Connecticut, a coastal suburb of New Haven, Connecticut.
Quick Stats (2025)
- 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: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
8
Student Body
Total Students
518 students
Student Body Type
% 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
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: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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 70%.
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
View the Notre Dame High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Labor Day - School Closed
September 01, 2025 (Monday)
First Day of Classes
September 02, 2025 (Tuesday)
Columbus Day - School Closed
October 13, 2025 (Monday)
Veteran's Day - School Closed
November 11, 2025 (Tuesday)
No Classes - School Closed
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
School Reviews
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