Below Average
#367 of 388 private schools in MA
Notre Dame Academy
High School
1073 MAIN ST, Hingham, MA 02043
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
4.4
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
4.4
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#367 of 388
In Hingham
#4 of 5
public schools
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About Notre Dame Academy
Notre Dame Academy is a private high school in Hingham, MA. Notre Dame Academy serves approximately 460 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Notre Dame Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #367 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- MA avg 6.4
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 the 6 public schools in Hingham, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Hingham
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Notre Dame Academy (this school) | 4.4 |
| Hingham Middle School | 8.6 |
| South Elementary | 8.5 |
| Plymouth River | 9.5 |
| Hingham High | 8.3 |
| East Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Wm L Foster Elementary | 8.2 |
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 MA.
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 MA
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
1073 MAIN ST, Hingham, MA 02043
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Notre Dame Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Norwell High (rated 8.8/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Norwell), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hingham High (rated 8.3/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Shore Vocational Technical High (rated 8.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Hanover), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hingham, see our Hingham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hingham Middle School Hingham | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| OLD COLONY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hingham | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| South Elementary Hingham | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| THE ACCORD SCHOOL Norwell | 1.3 mi | — |
| FUSION HINGHAM Hingham | 1.0 mi | — |
| Grace Farrar Cole Norwell | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| THE RIDGE HILL SCHOOL Norwell | 1.4 mi | — |
| South Shore Charter Public School Norwell | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Plymouth River Hingham | 1.9 mi | 9.5 |
| Hingham High Hingham | 3.0 mi | 8.3 |
| South Shore Vocational Technical High Hanover | 2.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Ralph Talbot South Weymouth | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Lawrence W Pingree Weymouth | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School South Weymouth | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Hanover Middle Hanover | 3.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Weymouth High School Weymouth | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| SOUTH SHORE CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC PRESCHOOL Hingham | 3.7 mi | — |
| Cedar Elementary Hanover | 3.8 mi | 3.9 |
| William Seach Weymouth | 3.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Norwell High Norwell | 3.2 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$181,017
Median Home Value
$1,075,100
Median Rent
$2,452/mo
Population
24,185
College Educated
75.3%
Homeownership
80.3%
Avg Commute
37.9 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
47.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ware Junior/Senior High School Ware, MA | 4.4 |
| Brighton High School Brighton, MA | 4.5 |
| Greenfield High Greenfield, MA | 4.5 |
| Southbridge High School Southbridge, MA | 4.5 |
| BISHOP STANG HIGH SCHOOL North Dartmouth, MA | 4.3 |
| Map Academy Charter School Plymouth, MA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Notre Dame Academy
What grades does Notre Dame Academy serve?
Notre Dame Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Notre Dame Academy?
Notre Dame Academy has an enrollment of approximately 460 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame Academy is 11.1:1. 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 MA?
Notre Dame Academy ranks #367 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Notre Dame Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Notre Dame Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 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 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 460
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 159 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Plymouth County
- Phone
- (781) 749-5930
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