Peoria Notre Dame High School, a Roman Catholic School under the pastoral direction of the Bishop of Peoria, provides Catholic secondary education for the Peoria area.
The purpose of Peoria Notre Dame High School is to nurture spiritual, emotional, intellectual, and physical development by teaching the Catholic faith, by leading students to be disciples of Jesus Christ, by teaching the arts and sciences in a climate of academic inquiry.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 703 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Peoria Notre Dame High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1988
Colors
White, Blue, Green, Navy Blue, Kelly green
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
703 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$9,100 (Affiliated Tuition & Fees – 1st child)
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Peoria Notre Dame High School often compared to?
Peoria Notre Dame High School is often viewed alongside schools like Peoria Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is Peoria Notre Dame High School's ranking?
Peoria Notre Dame High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Peoria Notre Dame High School?
The application deadline for Peoria Notre Dame High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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