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Moreland Notre Dame
Elementary School
133 Brennan Street, Watsonville, CA 95076
About Moreland Notre Dame
Moreland Notre Dame is an private elementary school in Watsonville, CA 95076. The school serves approximately 256 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 18.3:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 3.2/10, placing it in the 13.9th percentile among private schools in CA — an below average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in school profile (7.5/10), ranked among private schools in CA. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $86,685, where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Compared to the 23 public schools in Watsonville, Moreland Notre Dame rates lower overall (3.2 vs 4.4 average).
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Moreland Notre Dame compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Watsonville, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Moreland Notre Dame (this school) | 3.2 |
| Radcliff Elementary | 4.6 |
| PVUSD Virtual Academy | 5.1 |
| Mintie White Elementary | 3.4 |
| E. A. Hall Middle | 3.8 |
| Linscott Charter | 6.2 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Middle | 3.5 |
| Ceiba College Preparatory Academy | 5.4 |
| Starlight Elementary | 5.4 |
| T. S. MacQuiddy Elementary | 2.9 |
| H. A. Hyde Elementary | 6.1 |
| Landmark Elementary | 4.0 |
| Ann Soldo Elementary | 3.4 |
| Pajaro Middle | 5.1 |
| Rolling Hills Middle | 4.5 |
| Pacific Coast Charter | 4.6 |
| Lakeview Middle | 4.0 |
| Amesti Elementary | 5.2 |
| Calabasas Elementary | 3.8 |
| Ohlone Elementary | 3.0 |
| Watsonville Charter School of the Arts | 4.7 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 45% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 2 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
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Location
133 Brennan Street, Watsonville, CA 95076
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MORELAND NOTRE DAME SCHOOL Watsonville | 0.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Radcliff Elementary Watsonville | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Watsonville Prep Hollister | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| CENTRAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watsonville | 0.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Mintie White Elementary Watsonville | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Watsonville High Watsonville | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| PVUSD Virtual Academy Watsonville | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| E. A. Hall Middle Watsonville | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Linscott Charter Watsonville | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Ceiba College Preparatory Academy Watsonville | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Middle Watsonville | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| T. S. MacQuiddy Elementary Watsonville | 0.9 mi | 2.9 |
| H. A. Hyde Elementary Watsonville | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Starlight Elementary Watsonville | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Diamond Technology Institute Watsonville | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Landmark Elementary Watsonville | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| New School Community Day Watsonville | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Ann Soldo Elementary Watsonville | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Pajaro Middle Watsonville | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| GREEN VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watsonville | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95076 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,685
Median Home Value
$767,200
Median Rent
$1,851/mo
Population
82,409
College Educated
19.3%
Homeownership
56.2%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Achieve Charter School of Chico Chico, CA | 3.2 |
| Anderson Valley Elementary Boonville, CA | 3.2 |
| Aspire Gateway Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 3.2 |
| Aspire Titan Academy Oakland, CA | 3.2 |
| Cabrillo Elementary Fremont, CA | 3.2 |
| Clay Elementary San Diego, CA | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Moreland Notre Dame
What grades does Moreland Notre Dame serve?
Moreland Notre Dame serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Moreland Notre Dame?
Moreland Notre Dame has an enrollment of approximately 256 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Moreland Notre Dame?
The student-teacher ratio at Moreland Notre Dame is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Moreland Notre Dame rank in CA?
Moreland Notre Dame is ranked #2735 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.
What is Moreland Notre Dame's MySchoolScout rating?
Moreland Notre Dame has a composite rating of 3.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Moreland Notre Dame a private school?
Yes, Moreland Notre Dame is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 256
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Santa Cruz
- Phone
- (831) 728-2051
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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