Below Average
#1645 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Notre Dame School
Elementary School
33 E MICHELTORENA ST, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,645 of 1,787
In Santa Barbara
#10 of 10
public schools
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Notre Dame School
Elementary School in Santa Barbara · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Notre Dame School
Notre Dame School is a private elementary school in Santa Barbara, CA. Notre Dame School serves approximately 113 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Notre Dame School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,645 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 113 students, Notre Dame 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.
Notre Dame School runs 20.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Notre Dame School compares to 27 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Barbara, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Notre Dame School (this school) | 4.6 |
| Roosevelt Elementary | 5.9 |
| Alta Vista | — |
| Harding University Partnership | 8.5 |
| Santa Barbara Junior High | 5.6 |
| Santa Barbara Community Academy | 6.2 |
| La Cumbre Junior High | 6.4 |
| McKinley Elementary | 4.8 |
| Peabody Charter | 8.7 |
| Adams Elementary | 8.3 |
| Adelante Charter | 8.8 |
| Franklin Elementary | 9.2 |
| Monroe Elementary | 7.0 |
| Cleveland Elementary | 7.3 |
| Washington Elementary | 6.8 |
| Monte Vista Elementary | 8.2 |
| Cold Spring Elementary | 9.8 |
| Hope Elementary | 7.8 |
| La Colina Junior High | 8.4 |
| Vieja Valley Elementary | 8.4 |
| Santa Barbara County Juvenile Court | 6.7 |
Showing 20 of 27 schools. View all schools in Santa Barbara
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
33 E MICHELTORENA ST, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Notre Dame School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Harding University Partnership (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE RIVIERA RIDGE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SANTA BARBARA MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Barbara, see our Santa Barbara schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST THERESE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Santa Barbara | 0.0 mi | — |
| THE KNOX SCHOOL OF SANTA BARBARA Santa Barbara | 0.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Santa Barbara | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Peace in a Pod Elementary Santa Barbara | 0.7 mi | — |
| ANACAPA SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| La Cuesta Continuation High Santa Barbara | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Alta Vista Alternative High Santa Barbara | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Alta Vista Santa Barbara | 0.8 mi | — |
| Santa Barbara Senior High Santa Barbara | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| PROVIDENCE SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| THE RIVIERA RIDGE SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| The Riviera Ridge School Santa Barbara | 1.0 mi | — |
| SANTA BARBARA MIDDLE SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Santa Barbara Middle School Santa Barbara | 0.9 mi | — |
| Fusion Academy Santa Barbara Santa Barbara | 1.0 mi | — |
| Harding University Partnership Santa Barbara | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Santa Barbara Junior High Santa Barbara | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| McKinley Elementary Santa Barbara | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Santa Barbara Community Academy Santa Barbara | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| La Cumbre Junior High Santa Barbara | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,868
Median Home Value
$1,122,200
Median Rent
$2,109/mo
Population
30,496
College Educated
41.1%
Homeownership
21.8%
Avg Commute
16.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
32.9
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| ALL GOD'S CHILDREN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Discovery Bay, CA | 4.6 |
| BUCKNER EDUCATIONAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Los Angeles, CA | 4.6 |
| FAITH ACADEMY Imperial, CA | 4.6 |
| Folsom Cordova K-8 Community Charter Mather, CA | 4.6 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Los Angeles, CA | 4.6 |
| Empower Language Academy San Diego, CA | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Notre Dame School
What grades does Notre Dame School serve?
Notre Dame School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Notre Dame School?
Notre Dame School has an enrollment of approximately 113 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame School?
The student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame School is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Notre Dame School rank in CA?
Notre Dame School ranks #1,645 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Notre Dame School's MySchoolScout rating?
Notre Dame School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 School a private school?
Yes, 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 Notre Dame School a religious school?
Notre Dame School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 113
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Barbara County
- Phone
- (805) 965-1033
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