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#308 of 478 private schools in IN

Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese

Elementary School

1000 MOORE RD, Michigan City, IN 46360

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

170

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

170

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#308 of 478

In Michigan City

#5 of 5

public schools

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About Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese

Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese is a private elementary school in Michigan City, IN. Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese serves approximately 170 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #308 of 478 private schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese show 80% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

How it compares0.5 pts below IN schools

6.1

This school 6.1 · Average
IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 170 students, Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese 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 Catholic School/diocese 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

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How Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Michigan City, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio

15.6:1

This School

14:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

170

This School

348

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.1

This School

5.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 88.8% vs 0%

Black 7.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 1.2% vs 0%

Asian 1.2% vs 0%

Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese Michigan City Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese (this school)	—	170	15.6:1	6.1
Martin T Krueger Middle School	2.2 mi	329	11:1	5.6
Lake Hills Elementary School	2.9 mi	361	13.9:1	3.4
Marsh Elementary School	3.9 mi	321	16.1:1	6.5
Joy Elementary School	3.9 mi	426	14.2:1	6.5
Springfield Elementary School	4.1 mi	310	13.5:1	4.4
Edgewood Elementary School	4.5 mi	347	17.4:1	5.1
Barker Middle School	4.8 mi	378	12.2:1	4.9
Knapp Elementary School	5.0 mi	393	14.6:1	8.1
Coolspring Elementary School	6.8 mi	217	12.8:1	5.0
Pine Elementary School	7.2 mi	397	14.2:1	6.8

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 IN.

Classroom Attention

B- 4.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.6:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.0 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,224

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.3 / 10

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Diversity Index 21%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 170

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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 IN

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 80.4% (2025 ILEARN)

School

State

42.1% (2025 ILEARN)

ELA Proficiency 75.1% (2025 ILEARN)

School

State

40.6% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 17 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 88.8%

Black 7.6%

Hispanic 1.2%

Asian 1.2%

Two or More 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1000 MOORE RD, Michigan City, IN 46360

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. New Buffalo Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby New Buffalo), which scores notably higher. Another option is QUEEN OF ALL SAINTS SCHOOL/DIOCESE (rated 8.2/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Knapp Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Michigan City, see our Michigan City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Martin T Krueger Middle School Michigan City	2.2 mi	329	5.6
Lake Hills Elementary School Michigan City	2.9 mi	361	3.4
QUEEN OF ALL SAINTS SCHOOL/DIOCESE Michigan City	3.4 mi	156	8.2
Joy Elementary School Michigan City	3.9 mi	426	6.5
Marsh Elementary School Michigan City	3.9 mi	321	6.5
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Michigan City	4.0 mi	81	7.7
Michigan City High School Michigan City	4.8 mi	1,531	5.3
Edgewood Elementary School Michigan City	4.5 mi	347	5.1
ST STANISLAUS SCHOOL Michigan City	4.2 mi	94	8.0
MARQUETTE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Michigan City	4.2 mi	229	7.9
Renaissance Academy Charter School Laporte	4.7 mi	274	5.9
Springfield Elementary School Michigan City	4.1 mi	310	4.4
Barker Middle School Michigan City	4.8 mi	378	4.9
New Buffalo Elementary School New Buffalo	4.8 mi	216	9.5
Knapp Elementary School Michigan City	5.0 mi	393	8.1
Coolspring Elementary School Michigan City	6.8 mi	217	5.0
LaPorte Juvenile Correctional Laporte	7.4 mi	50	6.0
New Buffalo Middle School New Buffalo	6.5 mi	123	8.9
New Buffalo Senior High School New Buffalo	6.5 mi	169	7.9
Pine Elementary School Michigan City	7.2 mi	397	6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46360 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,641

Median Home Value

$155,900

Median Rent

$924/mo

Population

43,997

College Educated

22.6%

Homeownership

68.3%

Avg Commute

22.7 min

Poverty Rate

17.3%

Median Age

40.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese

What grades does Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese serve?

Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese?

Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese has an enrollment of approximately 170 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese?

The student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese rank in IN?

Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese ranks #308 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese's MySchoolScout rating?

Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese has 80% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

Is Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese a private school?

Yes, Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese 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 Catholic School/diocese a religious school?

Notre Dame Catholic School/diocese has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 47 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 170
Gender Split: 60% M / 40% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 11
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Small City
County: LaPorte County
Phone: (219) 872-6216

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