Very Good
#381 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 21% of private schools
Notre Dame Academy
Elementary School
4345 DEL MAR TRAILS RD, San Diego, CA 92130
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#381 of 1,787
In San Diego
#15 of 56
public schools
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Notre Dame Academy
Elementary School in San Diego · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Notre Dame Academy
Notre Dame Academy is a private elementary school in San Diego, CA. Notre Dame Academy serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Notre Dame Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #381 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Notre Dame Academy 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Notre Dame Academy compares to 248 public schools serving similar grades in San Diego, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Notre Dame Academy (this school) | 7.2 |
| Carmel Del Mar Elementary | 9.3 |
| Carmel Creek Elementary | 9.1 |
| Solana Pacific Elementary | 9.0 |
| Ocean Air | 9.2 |
| Ashley Falls Elementary | 8.4 |
| Solana Highlands Elementary | 8.7 |
| Sage Canyon | 9.0 |
| Sycamore Ridge | 7.6 |
| Torrey Hills | 8.5 |
| Solana Ranch Elementary | 9.4 |
| Pacific Sky | 9.3 |
| Altus Schools Charter School of San Diego | 4.7 |
| Park Village Elementary | 8.1 |
| Challenger Middle | 8.0 |
| Sandburg Elementary | 8.3 |
| Hickman Elementary | 8.5 |
| Mesa Verde Middle | 7.7 |
| Jonas Salk Elementary | 8.7 |
| Deer Canyon Elementary | 8.3 |
| Willow Grove Elementary | 8.0 |
Showing 20 of 248 schools. View all schools in San Diego
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4345 DEL MAR TRAILS RD, San Diego, CA 92130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Notre Dame Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Solana Ranch Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carmel Del Mar Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ocean Air (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CAL COAST ACADEMY San Diego | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Carmel Del Mar Elementary San Diego | 0.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Carmel Creek Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Carmel Valley Middle Encinitas | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Solana Pacific Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Ocean Air San Diego | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Torrey Pines High Encinitas | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| The Uni of Liberty San Diego | 1.1 mi | — |
| Del Mar Pines School San Diego | 1.2 mi | — |
| DEL MAR PINES SCHOOL San Diego | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Ashley Falls Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Solana Highlands Elementary San Diego | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Sage Canyon San Diego | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Sycamore Ridge San Diego | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| CATHEDRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL San Diego | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Del Mar Hills Elementary Del Mar | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Torrey Hills San Diego | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Del Mar Heights Elementary Del Mar | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Canyon Crest Academy Encinitas | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Solana Ranch Elementary San Diego | 2.4 mi | 9.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$201,731
Median Home Value
$1,602,800
Median Rent
$3,289/mo
Population
59,768
College Educated
81.4%
Homeownership
62%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
39.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Notre Dame Academy
What grades does Notre Dame Academy serve?
Notre Dame Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Notre Dame Academy?
Notre Dame Academy has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame Academy is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Notre Dame Academy rank in CA?
Notre Dame Academy ranks #381 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Notre Dame Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Notre Dame Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Notre Dame Academy a private school?
Yes, Notre Dame Academy 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 Notre Dame Academy a religious school?
Notre Dame Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 271
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 179 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (858) 509-2300
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