Notre Dame High School
Providing a distinctive Catholic, college-preparatory education for young women in the heart of downtown since 1851.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 646 students
- Average class size: 24 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 10
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Notre Dame High School places among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
- AP Courses Most AP courses offered
- Sports offered Most sports offered
- Extracurriculars Most extracurriculars offered
- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) Other school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9-12 |
| Year Founded | 1851 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 646 students |
| Student Body Type | All-girls |
| % Students of Color | 70% State avg.: 45% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 35 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 18:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Average Class Size | 24 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 29 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 10 |
| Admissions Director | Susana Garcia |
| Admissions Associate | Maya Courtright |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 10 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, VolleyballBasketball, Cross Country, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 47 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Acts of Random Kindness, Alliance, Animal Rights Interest Group, Anime Interest Group, Associated Student Body (ASB), Business Interest Group, California Scholarship Federation (CSF), Chess Interest Group, Chinese Cultural Club, Facing History Student Leaders, Fashion Club, Filipino Student Association (FSA), Free The Children, Girls Who Code, Greek Cultural Club, Harry Potter Club, Interact Club, Japan Club, Jewish Cultural Club, Journalism/Newspaper, Latinas Unidas, Lean-In, Lighthouse/Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD), Math Team, Medical Club, Model United Nations, Movie Interest Group, Music Ministry, Muslim Student Association, National Honor Society (NHS), ND Hackers, Notre Dame Ambassadors, Peer Ministry Leadership Team (PMLT), Quiz Bowl, Red Cross Club, Robotics, Science Olympiad, Science/Environmental Club, Service & Justice, South Asian Student Association (SASA), Speech & Debate, Student Congress, Teaching Advising and Serving the Community (TASC), UNICEF Club, Vegterainiam Interest Group, Vietnamese Student Association (VSA), Yearbook |
School Notes
For over 165 years Notre Dame High School in downtown San Jose has
stood as the premier school for young women of the Silicon Valley.
Guided by the wisdom of Saint Julie Billiart, foundress of
the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, we have provided a relevant and
exciting curriculum, teaching young women "what they need to know
for life." Whether for the 1850s or the fast-paced 21st
century, our mission does not change: we ensure our students are
armed with the skills and knowledge needed to navigate and excel in
their rapidly evolving environment. Prestigious universities
and colleges across the nation recruit our graduates smart,
sophisticated and savvy young women poised to positively impact
their local and global communities.
Our impressive results stem from an exceptional college preparatory program that:
Our impressive results stem from an exceptional college preparatory program that:
- focuses on personalized support. Each student is assigned both a personal counselor and faculty mentor to provide academic, social and spiritual advising throughout her four years of high school.
- emphasizes critical thinking and collaboration skills. All courses include group work, project-based learning, and the use of technology as a tool.
- offers real-world relevance through experiential learning. From interdisciplinary field trips to internship and travel opportunities, students are guided in learning beyond the walls of the classroom.
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