Below Average
#1672 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Notre Dame School
Elementary School
435 HAZEL ST, Chico, CA 95928
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,672 of 1,787
In Chico
#3 of 3
public schools
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Notre Dame School
Elementary School in Chico · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Butte County Community
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About Notre Dame School
Notre Dame School is a private elementary school in Chico, CA. Notre Dame School serves approximately 228 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Notre Dame School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,672 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
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 29 public schools serving similar grades in Chico, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Notre Dame School (this school) | 4.5 |
| Butte County Community | 5.5 |
| Chico Country Day | 4.4 |
| Rosedale Elementary | 7.8 |
| Chico Junior High | 6.5 |
| Citrus Avenue Elementary | 7.0 |
| Hooker Oak Elementary | 7.9 |
| Pivot Charter School North Valley II | 5.8 |
| Sherwood Montessori | 8.8 |
| Chapman Elementary | 3.7 |
| Emma Wilson Elementary | 5.7 |
| Neal Dow Elementary | 8.1 |
| Parkview Elementary | 8.4 |
| Wildflower Open Classroom | 7.7 |
| Bidwell Junior High | 6.3 |
| Sierra View Elementary | 9.0 |
| Blue Oak Charter | 6.9 |
| Little Chico Creek Elementary | 7.8 |
| Oakdale | 5.3 |
| Academy for Change | — |
| Center for Alternative Learning | — |
Showing 20 of 29 schools. View all schools in Chico
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
435 HAZEL ST, Chico, CA 95928
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Notre Dame School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sherwood Montessori (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Parkview Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Neal Dow Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chico, see our Chico schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame School Chico | 0.0 mi | — |
| Butte County Community Chico | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Chico Junior High Chico | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Chico Country Day Chico | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Rosedale Elementary Chico | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Chico High Chico | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Inspire School of Arts and Sciences Chico | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Citrus Avenue Elementary Chico | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Hooker Oak Elementary Chico | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Pivot Charter School North Valley II Chico | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Neal Dow Elementary Chico | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Sherwood Montessori Chico | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Chapman Elementary Chico | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Emma Wilson Elementary Chico | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Proverbs 9:9 Academy Chico | 1.9 mi | — |
| Wildflower Open Classroom Chico | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Bidwell Junior High Chico | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Parkview Elementary Chico | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| McManus (John A.) Elementary Chico | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| HOPE ACADEMY FOR PERSONALIZED EDUCATION Chico | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95928 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,350
Median Home Value
$476,600
Median Rent
$1,419/mo
Population
37,533
College Educated
41.4%
Homeownership
42.3%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
23.8%
Median Age
33.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bandini Elementary City Of Commerce, CA | 4.5 |
| Bertrand Avenue Elementary Reseda, CA | 4.5 |
| Burton Street Elementary Panorama City, CA | 4.5 |
| Children's Community Charter Paradise, CA | 4.5 |
| Empower Language Academy San Diego, CA | 4.5 |
| Gold Oak Elementary Placerville, 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 228 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame School?
The student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame School is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Notre Dame School rank in CA?
Notre Dame School ranks #1,672 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Notre Dame School's MySchoolScout rating?
Notre Dame School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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
- 228
- Gender Split
- 32% M / 68% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 5.9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Butte County
- Phone
- (530) 342-2502
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