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Moreland Notre Dame School

Elementary School

133 BRENNAN ST, Watsonville, CA 95076

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

263

Student-Teacher

18.3:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

263

Student-Teacher

18.3:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,326 of 1,787

In Watsonville

#5 of 5

public schools

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About Moreland Notre Dame School

Moreland Notre Dame School is a private elementary school in Watsonville, CA. Moreland Notre Dame School serves approximately 263 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Moreland Notre Dame School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,326 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.7 pts below CA schools

5.5

This school 5.5 · Average
CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Moreland Notre Dame School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

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How Moreland Notre Dame School compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Watsonville, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

18.3:1

This School

21.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

263

This School

430

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.5

This School

4.9

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 54.4% vs 0%

White 31.6% vs 0%

Asian 1.5% vs 0%

Black 0.4% vs 0%

Moreland Notre Dame School Watsonville Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Moreland Notre Dame School (this school)	—	263	18.3:1	5.5
Radcliff Elementary	0.3 mi	417	19.9:1	3.4
PVUSD Virtual Academy	0.4 mi	74	24.7:1	7.6
Mintie White Elementary	0.4 mi	499	22.7:1	4.3
E. A. Hall Middle	0.5 mi	556	23.2:1	3.7
Linscott Charter	0.6 mi	259	28.8:1	5.0
Cesar E. Chavez Middle	0.7 mi	547	21:1	4.6
Ceiba College Preparatory Academy	0.7 mi	507	18.8:1	6.1
Starlight Elementary	0.8 mi	414	20.7:1	4.9
H. A. Hyde Elementary	0.9 mi	444	17.8:1	5.3
T. S. MacQuiddy Elementary	0.9 mi	424	22.3:1	3.2
Landmark Elementary	0.9 mi	405	19.3:1	4.3
Ann Soldo Elementary	1.1 mi	366	21.5:1	5.3
Pajaro Middle	1.3 mi	286	20.4:1	4.7
Rolling Hills Middle	1.6 mi	610	21.8:1	4.4
Pacific Coast Charter	1.7 mi	197	24.6:1	7.6
Lakeview Middle	1.9 mi	410	21.6:1	3.5
Amesti Elementary	2.2 mi	424	18.4:1	4.0
Calabasas Elementary	2.7 mi	497	22.6:1	4.7
Ohlone Elementary	3.1 mi	452	22.6:1	4.8
Watsonville Charter School of the Arts	3.4 mi	408	21.5:1	5.3

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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.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.

Classroom Attention

C 3.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 18.3:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.1 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,224

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 6.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 59%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 263

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Hispanic 54.4%

White 31.6%

Two or More 11.8%

Asian 1.5%

Black 0.4%

Pacific Islander 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

133 BRENNAN ST, Watsonville, CA 95076

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Moreland Notre Dame School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Watsonville Prep (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Hollister), which scores notably higher. Another option is GREEN VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, H. A. Hyde Elementary (rated 5.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Watsonville, see our Watsonville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Moreland Notre Dame Watsonville	0.0 mi	256	—
Radcliff Elementary Watsonville	0.3 mi	417	3.4
Watsonville Prep Hollister	0.4 mi	461	8.1
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watsonville	0.4 mi	29	—
Watsonville High Watsonville	0.4 mi	2,253	6.0
PVUSD Virtual Academy Watsonville	0.4 mi	74	7.6
Mintie White Elementary Watsonville	0.4 mi	499	4.3
E. A. Hall Middle Watsonville	0.5 mi	556	3.7
Linscott Charter Watsonville	0.6 mi	259	5.0
Ceiba College Preparatory Academy Watsonville	0.7 mi	507	6.1
Cesar E. Chavez Middle Watsonville	0.7 mi	547	4.6
T. S. MacQuiddy Elementary Watsonville	0.9 mi	424	3.2
H. A. Hyde Elementary Watsonville	0.9 mi	444	5.3
Starlight Elementary Watsonville	0.8 mi	414	4.9
Diamond Technology Institute Watsonville	1.0 mi	83	8.9
Landmark Elementary Watsonville	0.9 mi	405	4.3
New School Community Day Watsonville	1.0 mi	40	6.2
Ann Soldo Elementary Watsonville	1.1 mi	366	5.3
Pajaro Middle Watsonville	1.3 mi	286	4.7
GREEN VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watsonville	1.4 mi	161	5.6

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

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Almaden Elementary San Jose, CA	312	5.5
Arrowhead Elementary San Bernardino, CA	254	5.5
BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Westminster, CA	234	5.5
Banta Elementary Tracy, CA	168	5.5
Chapman Hills Elementary Orange, CA	346	5.5
Charles Hoffman Elementary Lake Arrowhead, CA	294	5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Moreland Notre Dame School

What grades does Moreland Notre Dame School serve?

Moreland Notre Dame School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Moreland Notre Dame School?

Moreland Notre Dame School has an enrollment of approximately 263 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Moreland Notre Dame School?

The student-teacher ratio at Moreland Notre Dame School 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 School rank in CA?

Moreland Notre Dame School ranks #1,326 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Moreland Notre Dame School's MySchoolScout rating?

Moreland Notre Dame School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Moreland Notre Dame School a private school?

Yes, Moreland Notre Dame School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Moreland Notre Dame School a religious school?

Moreland Notre Dame School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 88 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 45 Some Transit
Bike Score: 85 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 263
Gender Split: 47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 18.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 14
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Small City
County: Santa Cruz County
Phone: (831) 728-2051

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