Notre Dame High School

Notre Dame High School was founded in 1951 and is dedicated to educating young men and women in a safe, faith-filled and family oriented environment.
Notre Dame prides itself on its Christian family atmosphere that allows the school to provide a caring and supportive learning environment that meets the needs of individual students on a spiritual, intellectual and social level.
The school serves a student body of diverse cultures, faith traditions and abilities.
Our objective is to prepare each student spiritually, intellectually and socially to meet the challenges of a diverse and ever changing world.
We accomplish this through our extensive academic program that promotes critical thinking and clear communication skills.
Through our spiritual program, we seek to cultivate an appreciation for worship and a commitment to service.
Finally, through our extracurricular and athletic programs, we seek to develop not only talents and social skills, but also a sense of community and fair play.
We pride ourselves on providing a comprehensive program, challenging each student to reach his or her God-given potential.
We provide a challenging college preparatory program, extensive co-curricular activities and a commitment to service in the community.
The Notre Dame family inspires in students the values of Christian citizenship, a love of learning, and a responsible expression of their unique talents and ideas.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 220 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,650
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • 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 New York for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1951
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
6

Student Body

Total Students
220 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Notre Dame High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
5 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, Physics B, Psychology, U.S. History
Average ACT score
24
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Polos/Dress Shirts for males and females. Khacki and Navy Blue pants for both. Females also hav choices of navy blue, khaki or watchplaid skirts.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Financial Aid available for families who qualify. Parents requesting aid need to apply to factstuitionaid.com
% on Financial Aid
70%
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Dr. Joseph D. Scabnlan '65
Application URL

Sports

School Notes

  • School Motto: Notre Dame - where faith, knowledge, and service unite to shape tomorrow's leaders.
  • School Mascot: Irish
  • Please refer to our Notre Dame web page - www.ndhsbatavia.com - for an overview of our students' accomplishments, copies of our online newsletters [also archived] and our school "photo gallery" in order to see our students in action! We are ND . . . ND Pride is contagious! Notre Dame has been a top ranked secondary high school for the past 7 consecutive years by Buffalo Business First's review of 135 secondary schools in Western New Yor!
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Notre Dame High School cost?
Notre Dame High School's tuition is approximately $8,650 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Notre Dame High School?
The acceptance rate of Notre Dame High School is 80%, which is higher than the national average of 74%.
What sports does Notre Dame High School offer?
Notre Dame High School offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Diving, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Notre Dame High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New York for most sports 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).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 220 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,650
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in New York is $22,368 for elementary schools and $26,875 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in New York is 74% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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