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 Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NY School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Yearly Tuition: $15,400
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- 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
Colors
White, Green
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
363 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
38%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
28 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
11 courses
AP/Advanced Courses
AP Statistics
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 6
Yearly Tuition Cost
$15,400
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Robert P. Grote
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sisters Of Ursula
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 schools are Notre Dame School often compared to?
Notre Dame School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Vincent Ferrer High School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Notre Dame School?
The acceptance rate of Notre Dame School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 75%.
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.
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New York, NY 10065
(212) 535-4680
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(212) 288-1645
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New York, NY 10023
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All-girls (Catholic)
151 E 65th St
New York, NY 10065
(212) 535-4680
New York, NY 10065
(212) 535-4680
2.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 373 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
44 East 68th Street
New York, NY 10065
(212) 744-0195
New York, NY 10065
(212) 744-0195
2.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 250 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 24 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
116 E 97th Street
New York, NY 10029
(212) 688-1545
New York, NY 10029
(212) 688-1545
4.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 499 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 25 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
173 E 75th St
New York, NY 10021
(212) 288-1645
New York, NY 10021
(212) 288-1645
3.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 321 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
40 West 68th Street
New York, NY 10023
(212) 362-0400
New York, NY 10023
(212) 362-0400
2.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 329 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 20 Tuition listed
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40 West 68th Street
New York, NY 10023
(212) 362-0400
New York, NY 10023
(212) 362-0400
2.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 329 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 20 Tuition listed
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New York, NY 10028
(212) 744-4486
New York, NY 10028
(212) 744-4486
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610 East 83rd Street
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(212) 570-8514
New York, NY 10028
(212) 570-8514
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New York, NY 10075
(212) 861-0404
New York, NY 10075
(212) 861-0404
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New York, NY 10024
(212) 497-6533
New York, NY 10024
(212) 497-6533
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New York, NY 10028
(212) 744-4486
New York, NY 10028
(212) 744-4486
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New York, NY 10024
(212) 497-6533
New York, NY 10024
(212) 497-6533
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New York, NY 10025
(212) 749-6200
New York, NY 10025
(212) 749-6200
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1 E 91st St
New York, NY 10128
(212) 722-4745
New York, NY 10128
(212) 722-4745
4 miles
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353 W 17th St
New York, NY 10011
(212) 929-8660
New York, NY 10011
(212) 929-8660
0.2 miles
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146 W 13th St
New York, NY 10011
(212) 242-7802
New York, NY 10011
(212) 242-7802
0.4 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 380 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
126 West 17th Street
New York, NY 10011
(212) 496-8400
New York, NY 10011
(212) 496-8400
0.4 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 234 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 28 Acceptance rate listed
111 Washington Place
New York, NY 10014
(212) 243-5420
New York, NY 10014
(212) 243-5420
0.5 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 105 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
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126 West 17th Street
New York, NY 10011
(212) 496-8400
New York, NY 10011
(212) 496-8400
0.4 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 234 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 28 Acceptance rate listed
30 West 16th Street
New York, NY 10011
(212) 924-7900
New York, NY 10011
(212) 924-7900
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Gr: 9-12 | 1,031 students Sports: 20 | Extracurrculars: 66 Tuition listed
259 10th Avenue
New York, NY 10001
(646) 664-0800
New York, NY 10001
(646) 664-0800
0.7 miles
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272 Sixth Avenue
New York, NY 10014
(212) 477-5316
New York, NY 10014
(212) 477-5316
0.7 miles
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46 Cooper Sq
New York, NY 10003
(212) 475-0435
New York, NY 10003
(212) 475-0435
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146 W 13th St
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(212) 242-7802
New York, NY 10011
(212) 242-7802
0.4 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 380 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
126 West 17th Street
New York, NY 10011
(212) 496-8400
New York, NY 10011
(212) 496-8400
0.4 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 234 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 28 Acceptance rate listed
111 Washington Place
New York, NY 10014
(212) 243-5420
New York, NY 10014
(212) 243-5420
0.5 miles
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487 Hudson Street
New York, NY 10014
(212) 924-5960
New York, NY 10014
(212) 924-5960
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 357 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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New York, NY 10011
(212) 242-7802
New York, NY 10011
(212) 242-7802
0.4 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 380 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
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(212) 243-5420
New York, NY 10014
(212) 243-5420
0.5 miles
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487 Hudson Street
New York, NY 10014
(212) 924-5960
New York, NY 10014
(212) 924-5960
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 357 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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New York, NY 10001
(646) 664-0800
New York, NY 10001
(646) 664-0800
0.7 miles
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Woodrow Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
65 Dane Street
Sayreville, NJ 08872
(732) 525-5240
Sayreville, NJ 08872
(732) 525-5240
9361.1 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 401 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Center For Lifelong Learning
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333 Cheesequake Rd
Parlin, NJ 08859
(732) 727-3736
Parlin, NJ 08859
(732) 727-3736
9361.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 183 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Madison Park Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
33 Harvard Rd
Parlin, NJ 08859
(732) 360-4485
Parlin, NJ 08859
(732) 360-4485
9361.5 miles
Gr: K-5 | 328 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Sayreville Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
800 Washington Road
Parlin, NJ 08859
(732) 525-5290
Parlin, NJ 08859
(732) 525-5290
9361.5 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 1,294 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Sayreville War Memorial High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
820 Washington Road
Parlin, NJ 08859
(732) 525-5252
Parlin, NJ 08859
(732) 525-5252
9361.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,764 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
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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