The Notre Dame Schools are made up of a three and four year old pre-school, kindergarten through sixth grade elementary and a seven through twelve junior/senior high building.
Students make the transition from the sixth grade up to the junior high level smoothly after numerous tours of the junior/senior high building and classrooms.
Students from the eighth grade seemlessly transition into the ninth grade as well.
No junior high students are in classes with high school students.
Notre Dame Elementary is a high quality Catholic school committed to building the Kingdom of God.
Student learning in a nurturing environment of mutual respect is a top priority, challenging each student to produce quality work, to provide service to others, and to become a lifelong learner.
The mission of Notre Dame Catholic Junior and Senior High School is to provide all students with a Catholic environment and the resources to develop in stewardship, scholarship, and citizenship according to God's plan.
Notre Dame students practice their faith at school. Each day begins with prayer and each school gathers for Mass regularly.
We welcome students of all faiths. A campus minister and/or priest is always available to the students.
Our athletic program has a winning tradition. We are part of the Southern Ohio Conference.
Our sports teams have won several SOC championships, district, regional and even state championships.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked OH School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Notre Dame Junior/Senior High ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Year Founded
1852
Colors
Blue, Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
189 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
10 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Titans
- The Notre Dame Schools are made up of a three and four year old pre-school, kindergarten through sixth grade elementary and a seven through twelve junior/senior high building.
- Students make the transition from the sixth grade up to the junior high level smoothly after numerous tours of the junior/senior high building and classrooms.
- Students from the eighth grade seemlessly transition into the ninth grade as well.
- No junior high students are in classes with high school students.
- Notre Dame Elementary is a high quality Catholic school committed to building the Kingdom of God.
- Student learning in a nurturing environment of mutual respect is a top priority, challenging each student to produce quality work, to provide service to others, and to become a lifelong learner.
- The mission of Notre Dame Catholic Junior and Senior High School is to provide all students with a Catholic environment and the resources to develop in stewardship, scholarship, and citizenship according to God's plan.
- Notre Dame students practice their faith at school.
- Each day begins with prayer and each school gathers for Mass regularly.
- We welcome students of all faiths.
- A campus minister and/or priest is always available to the students.
- Our athletic program has a winning tradition.
- We are part of the Southern Ohio Conference.
- Our sports teams have won several SOC championships, district, regional and even state championships.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Notre Dame Junior/Senior High's ranking?
Notre Dame Junior/Senior High ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Notre Dame Junior/Senior High?
The application deadline for Notre Dame Junior/Senior High is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Notre Dame Junior/Senior High located?
Notre Dame Junior/Senior High is located in the 3rd Ward neighborhood of Portsmouth, OH.
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