Notre Dame School was founded in 1966 to serve the Catholic families in southwest Denver.
It continues to provide an environment conducive to learning in both the moral and academic spheres.
Faculty, parents, and students are committed to the task to grow in age and wisdom and grace - as Jesus did.
Notre Dame Catholic School is a traditional Roman Catholic academic school serving students from pre-school through eighth grade.
Notre Dame is part of the school system of the Archdiocese of Denver and serves all students, especially those of Notre Dame Parish and the parishes of southwestern metro Denver.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Top Ranked CO School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,825
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Notre Dame Parish School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1966
Student Body
Total Students
295 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
76%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
uniform pants, shorts or skirts with uniform shirt
uniform pants, shorts or skirts with uniform shirt
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
There is a Catholic rate and a non-affiliated rate
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Linda Amundson
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Academic Decathlon, Chess, Choir, Junior Great Books
School Notes
- Acceptance to Notre Dame Catholic School in 1st-8th grade includes an interview with the principal, a review of the child'sreport cards fromthe school where the child was previously enrolled, and an entrance exam to determine if the child has a reasonable chance of being successful. We also encourage that the child spend a day at our school to shadow. Please come and take a look atwhat aninvestment a Catholic education will make in your child's future.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Notre Dame Parish School cost?
Notre Dame Parish School's tuition is approximately $4,825 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Notre Dame Parish School?
The acceptance rate of Notre Dame Parish School is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 91%. Notre Dame Parish School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Colorado with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Notre Dame Parish School offer?
Notre Dame Parish School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Softball and Volleyball.
What is Notre Dame Parish School's ranking?
Notre Dame Parish School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Notre Dame Parish School?
The application deadline for Notre Dame Parish School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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