Very Good
#107 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 28% of private schools
Notre Dame Preparatory School
High School
815 HAMPTON LN, Towson, MD 21286
Enrollment
805
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
805
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#107 of 378
In Towson
#1 of 5
public schools
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Notre Dame Preparatory School
High School in Towson · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Notre Dame Preparatory School
Notre Dame Preparatory School is a private high school in Towson, MD. Notre Dame Preparatory School serves approximately 805 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Notre Dame Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #107 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- MD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 5.1:1 students to teachers, Notre Dame Preparatory School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Notre Dame Preparatory 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 Preparatory School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Towson, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Notre Dame Preparatory School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Home Assignments-Secondary | 4.4 |
| BCDC Educational Center | 2.4 |
| George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology | 8.2 |
| Towson High | 7.4 |
| Northeast EDLP at Parkville High School | — |
| Northwest EDLP at Milford Mill Academy | — |
| Southeast EDLP at Dundalk High School | — |
| Southwest EDLP at Woodlawn High School | — |
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 MD.
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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 MD
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
815 HAMPTON LN, Towson, MD 21286
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Notre Dame Preparatory School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Towson High (rated 7.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CONCORDIA PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Towson, see our Towson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRIDGES MONTESSORI OF TOWSON, INC Towson | 0.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Cromwell Valley Elementary Regional Magnet Baltimore | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| CONCORDIA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Towson | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Loch Raven High Baltimore | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| THE ARROW CENTER FOR EDUCATION Baltimore | 1.1 mi | — |
| ROCK CHURCH ACADEMY Baltimore | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| CALVERT HALL COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Baltimore | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Pleasant Plains Elementary Towson | 1.6 mi | 2.9 |
| Hampton Elementary Lutherville | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Loch Raven Technical Academy Baltimore | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Baltimore | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Towson | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Home Assignments-Elementary Towson | 1.8 mi | — |
| Home Assignments-Secondary Towson | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| BCDC Educational Center Towson | 1.8 mi | 2.4 |
| Towson High Towson | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Oakleigh Elementary Baltimore | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology Towson | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| White Oak School Parkville | 2.2 mi | 3.7 |
| VALLEY BAPTIST PRESCHOOL Lutherville | 2.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21286 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,093
Median Home Value
$402,000
Median Rent
$1,597/mo
Population
21,782
College Educated
57.4%
Homeownership
62.3%
Avg Commute
28.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DEMATHA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Hyattsville, MD | 7.0 |
| Smithsburg High Smithsburg, MD | 7.0 |
| Middletown High Middletown, MD | 6.8 |
| South Carroll High Sykesville, MD | 6.8 |
| Baltimore Design School Baltimore, MD | 7.3 |
| GEORGETOWN PREPARATORY SCHOOL North Bethesda, MD | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Notre Dame Preparatory School
What grades does Notre Dame Preparatory School serve?
Notre Dame Preparatory School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Notre Dame Preparatory School?
Notre Dame Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 805 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame Preparatory School is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Notre Dame Preparatory School rank in MD?
Notre Dame Preparatory School ranks #107 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Notre Dame Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
Notre Dame Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Preparatory School a private school?
Yes, Notre Dame Preparatory School 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 Preparatory School a religious school?
Notre Dame Preparatory School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 805
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 159
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Baltimore County
- Phone
- (410) 825-6202
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