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#204 of 388 private schools in MA

Notre Dame Academy

High School

425 SALISBURY ST, Worcester, MA 01609

Private

Enrollment

243

Student-Teacher

6:1

Score

6.2

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Massachusetts private schools

#204 of 388

In Worcester

#6 of 10

public schools

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Notre Dame Academy

6.2/10

High School in Worcester · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Flagg Street

7.9/10

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7.1/10

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About Notre Dame Academy

Notre Dame Academy is a private high school in Worcester, MA. Notre Dame Academy serves approximately 243 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. Notre Dame Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #204 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it comparesOn par with MA schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 6:1 students to teachers, Notre Dame Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

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

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How Notre Dame Academy compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Worcester, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
This School
vs
13.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
243
This School
vs
938
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.2
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 82.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.6% vs 0%
Black 5.8% vs 0%
Asian 2.5% vs 0%
Notre Dame Academy Worcester Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Notre Dame Academy (this school) 6.2
Forest Grove Middle 5.6
Doherty Memorial High 6.4
Ma Academy for Math and Science School 9.0
Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School 8.2
Claremont Academy 4.9
Burncoat Middle School 6.6
Burncoat Senior High 6.0
Worcester Technical High 5.9
University Pk Campus School 6.5
Learning First Charter Public School 5.0
Worcester East Middle 5.7
Sullivan Middle 8.5
South High Community 7.3
North High 4.4

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 MA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 7.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,088
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 32%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 243
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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)

White 82.3%
Hispanic 6.6%
Black 5.8%
Two or More 2.9%
Asian 2.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

425 SALISBURY ST, Worcester, MA 01609

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Notre Dame Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Ma Academy for Math and Science School (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Doherty Memorial High (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Claremont Academy (rated 4.9/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Worcester, see our Worcester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Flagg Street Worcester 0.3 mi 7.9
Nelson Place Worcester 0.8 mi 7.1
Midland Street Worcester 0.8 mi 4.5
Francis J McGrath Elementary Worcester 0.7 mi 4.2
Forest Grove Middle Worcester 0.8 mi 5.6
Doherty Memorial High Worcester 1.0 mi 6.4
Chandler Magnet Worcester 1.2 mi 7.8
May Street Worcester 1.4 mi 6.7
Elm Park Community Worcester 1.4 mi 4.9
BANCROFT SCHOOL Worcester 1.6 mi 7.3
Tatnuck Worcester 1.3 mi 4.8
Ma Academy for Math and Science School Worcester 1.4 mi 9.0
Chandler Elementary Community Worcester 1.8 mi 3.5
Claremont Academy Worcester 2.1 mi 4.9
Woodland Academy Worcester 2.1 mi 4.6
Jacob Hiatt Magnet Worcester 2.0 mi 4.5
Head Start Worcester 2.0 mi 4.2
WORCESTER SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Worcester 1.6 mi
NATIVITY SCHOOL OF WORCESTER Worcester 1.6 mi 7.2
Columbus Park Worcester 2.1 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01609 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,411

Median Home Value

$422,100

Median Rent

$1,212/mo

Population

23,184

College Educated

48.5%

Homeownership

39.8%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

25%

Median Age

29.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Lee Middle/High School Lee, MA 6.2
Conservatory of the Arts Springfield, MA 6.3
MONTROSE SCHOOL Medfield, MA 6.3
Phoenix Academy Charter Public High School Chelsea Chelsea, MA 6.3
FONTBONNE ACADEMY Milton, MA 6.4
Mohawk Trail Regional School Shelburne Falls, MA 6.0

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 243 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame Academy is 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 Academy rank in MA?

Notre Dame Academy ranks #204 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is Notre Dame Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Notre Dame Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
20 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
243
Gender Split
0% M / 100% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Type
private
Coed Status
all-girls
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
160 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Worcester County

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