Notre Dame High School (2026 Profile)

455 Palma Drive
Salinas, CA 93901

Notre Dame is a college preparatory Catholic high school for young women who seek wisdom, develop as leaders, and model Christ in service to others.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 175 students
Yearly Tuition: $15,525
Acceptance rate: 98%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 2 / Aug. 1 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Notre Dame High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
California Association for the Gifted

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild to Moderate

Year Founded

1964

Colors

White, Blue, Gold

School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Mon. May 25, 2026

Student Body

Total Students

175 students

Student Body Type

All-girls

% Students of Color

41%

State avg.: 51%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

15 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

Average Class Size

16 students

Number of AP/Advanced Courses

12 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

AP/Advanced Courses

BiologyCalculus AB

Environmental Science with WE ServiceLanguage and Composition

Literature and CompositionSpanish Language

Studio ArtUS Government and Politics

US HIstoryWorld History

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Uniform

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Dec. 2 / Aug. 1 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$15,525

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% on Financial Aid

40%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$2,500

Acceptance Rate

98%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Tracie Lizama

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

12 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

Field HockeyGolf

LacrosseSoccer

SoftballSwimming

TennisTrack and Field

VolleyballWater Polo

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

7 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

California Scholarship Federation (CSF)Campus Ministry

National Honor Society (NHS)Student Ambassador Program

Student Government Association

Arts and Music Programs:

Band - Co EdTheatre/Drama

School Notes

To view the school's profile click onhttp://www.notredamesalinas.org/academics/college-guidance/-colleger-guidance/index.aspx

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Notre Dame High School cost?

Notre Dame High School's tuition is approximately $15,525 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Notre Dame High School?

The acceptance rate of Notre Dame High School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.

What sports does Notre Dame High School offer?

Notre Dame High School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Water Polo. Notre Dame High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for Notre Dame High School?

The application deadline for Notre Dame High School is Dec. 2 / Aug. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 2 / Aug. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).