Notre Dame School is a private, Catholic secondary school for girls.
The school provides a challenging curriculum, which integrates classroom learning with educational opportunities in our urban setting in culture, science, arts and technology.
For over 100 years, Notre Dame has had a reputation for high academic standards while providing a warm and family-like environment for its students.
Notre Dame has been recognized by U.S. News & World & World Report as one of the "outstanding high schools" in the country.
Our educational program is directed toward the development of each student as a whole person.
We seek to meet the needs of each student intellectually, socially and spiritually.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Yearly Tuition: $15,400
- Average class size: 28 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 6
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Notre Dame School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1912
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
352 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
41%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
![Notre Dame School Student By Grade Notre Dame School Student By Grade](http://images1.privateschoolreview.com/charts/20000/19580/notre-dame-school-chart-APkEmI.png)
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
28 students
Number of AP Courses
11 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Statistics
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 6
Yearly Tuition Cost
$15,400
Admissions Director
Robert P. Grote
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Notre Dame School cost?
Notre Dame School's tuition is approximately $15,400 for private students.
What sports does Notre Dame School offer?
Notre Dame School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track.
What is Notre Dame School's ranking?
Notre Dame School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Notre Dame School?
The application deadline for Notre Dame School is Dec. 6.
School Reviews
5 3/15/2022
The old principal was amazing. Some great teachers, a few terrible.
5 5/9/2018
Warm, wonderful school with a terrific preparatory curriculum. Girls graduate with polish and a well-rounded education. The school sits in a energetic and diverse location for all the inspiration a student could want.
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