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#1041 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Notre Dame High School
High School
455 PALMA DR, Salinas, CA 93901
Enrollment
177
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
177
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,041 of 1,787
In Salinas
#2 of 4
public schools
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Notre Dame High School
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About Notre Dame High School
Notre Dame High School is a private high school in Salinas, CA. Notre Dame High School serves approximately 177 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Notre Dame High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,041 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 177 students, Notre Dame High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Notre Dame High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Notre Dame High 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Notre Dame High School compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Salinas, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Notre Dame High School (this school) | 6.0 |
| Salinas High | 7.3 |
| Monterey County Home Charter | 7.2 |
| Monterey County Special Education | 3.6 |
| Mount Toro High | 4.1 |
| El Puente | 5.2 |
| Carr Lake Community Day | 5.0 |
| Wellington M. Smith Jr. | 6.5 |
| North Salinas High | 6.9 |
| Salinas Community | 4.2 |
| Alisal High | 7.1 |
| Everett Alvarez High | 6.3 |
| Rancho San Juan High | 5.3 |
| Central Bay High (Continuation) | — |
| North Monterey County Center for Independent Study | 5.2 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
455 PALMA DR, Salinas, CA 93901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Notre Dame High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Salinas High (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PALMA SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, El Puente (rated 5.2/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Salinas, see our Salinas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mission Park Elementary Salinas | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| PALMA SCHOOL Salinas | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Palma High School Salinas | 0.2 mi | — |
| Washington Middle Salinas | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Salinas High Salinas | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| University Park Elementary Salinas | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Salinas | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Salinas | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Lincoln Elementary Salinas | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Monterey Park Elementary Salinas | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Laurel Wood Elementary Salinas | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Boronda Meadows Salinas | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Monterey County Special Education Salinas | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Monterey County Home Charter Salinas | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Mount Toro High Salinas | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Carr Lake Community Day Salinas | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| El Puente Salinas | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Boronda Elementary Salinas | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Sherwood Elementary Salinas | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Salinas City Virtual Academy Salinas | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,639
Median Home Value
$721,100
Median Rent
$1,792/mo
Population
29,480
College Educated
28.7%
Homeownership
45.7%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Kinney High (Continuation) Rancho Cordova, CA | 6.0 |
| Lopez Continuation High Arroyo Grande, CA | 6.0 |
| R. K. Lloyde High Lawndale, CA | 6.0 |
| Rose City High (Continuation) Pasadena, CA | 6.0 |
| SANTA CLARA HIGH SCHOOL Oxnard, CA | 6.0 |
| ST BERNARD'S ACADEMY Eureka, CA | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Notre Dame High School
What grades does Notre Dame High School serve?
Notre Dame High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Notre Dame High School?
Notre Dame High School has an enrollment of approximately 177 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame High School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Notre Dame High School rank in CA?
Notre Dame High School ranks #1,041 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Notre Dame High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Notre Dame High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 High School a private school?
Yes, Notre Dame High School is a private all-girls 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 High School a religious school?
Notre Dame High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 177
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monterey County
- Phone
- (831) 751-1850
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