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#207 of 462 private schools in MI

Top 45% of private schools

Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy

School

1300 GIDDINGS RD, Pontiac, MI 48340

Private

Enrollment

989

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#207 of 462

In Pontiac

#2 of 2

public schools

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Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy

6.6/10

School in Pontiac · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.9/10

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6.3/10

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About Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy

Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy is a private school in Pontiac, MI. Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy serves approximately 989 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #207 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares0.4 pts above MI schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • MI avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist 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 Preparatory School and Marist Academy compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Pontiac, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
This School
vs
16:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
989
This School
vs
415
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
4.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 85% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.2% vs 0%
Black 3% vs 0%
Asian 2.8% vs 0%
Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy Pontiac Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy (this school) 6.6
Pontiac High School 6.3
Pontiac Academy for Student Success
Pontiac Middle School 4.9
Walton Charter Academy 4.9
Herrington School 2.6
Kennedy Center 7.3
Owen Elementary School 5.3
Whitman Elementary School 3.2
Pontiac Academy for Excellence 6.3
Alcott School 2.4
Flex High School of Pontiac 6.0
Great Lakes Academy 3.0
Arts and Technology Academy of Pontiac 4.3
Childrens Village School 6.7

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 MI.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 6.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
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School Day Length 7.3 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,314
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 26%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.5 / 10
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Enrollment 989
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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 MI

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 85.0%
Hispanic 5.2%
Black 3.0%
Two or More 3.0%
Asian 2.8%
Native American 0.5%
Pacific Islander 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1300 GIDDINGS RD, Pontiac, MI 48340

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Kennedy Center (rated 7.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is OAKLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Auburn Hills), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Pontiac Academy for Excellence (rated 6.3/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Pontiac, see our Pontiac schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Pontiac Middle School Pontiac 0.7 mi 4.9
Pontiac High School Pontiac 0.7 mi 6.3
Pontiac Academy for Student Success Pontiac 0.7 mi
Walton Charter Academy Pontiac 0.8 mi 4.9
HAVENWYCK SCHOOL Auburn Hills 1.0 mi 5.9
Herrington School Pontiac 1.4 mi 2.6
Rogers School Auburn Hills 1.5 mi 3.2
OAKLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Auburn Hills 1.7 mi 7.2
Kennedy Center Pontiac 2.2 mi 7.3
Owen Elementary School Pontiac 2.2 mi 5.3
Flex High School of Pontiac Pontiac 3.1 mi 6.0
Whitman Elementary School Pontiac 2.6 mi 3.2
Pontiac Academy for Excellence Pontiac 2.9 mi 6.3
R Grant Graham Elem School Auburn Hills 3.4 mi 5.1
Great Lakes Academy Pontiac 3.3 mi 3.0
Avondale High School Auburn Hills 3.4 mi 7.5
Arts and Technology Academy of Pontiac Pontiac 3.7 mi 4.3
Auburn Elementary School Auburn Hills 3.5 mi 3.1
SAVE OUR COMMUNITY KORPORATION Pontiac 3.0 mi 7.7
Alcott School Pontiac 3.1 mi 2.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48340 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$46,474

Median Home Value

$105,800

Median Rent

$1,096/mo

Population

25,696

College Educated

14.6%

Homeownership

43.4%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

22.8%

Median Age

35.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Grand Traverse Academy Traverse City, MI 6.7
PLYMOUTH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Canton, MI 6.7
Excel Charter Academy Grand Rapids, MI 6.3
Trillium Academy Taylor, MI 6.3
Hope of Detroit Academy MiddleHigh Detroit, MI 6.2
Ivywood Classical Academy Plymouth, MI 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy

What grades does Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy serve?

Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy?

Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 989 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy is 12.1:1. 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 and Marist Academy rank in MI?

Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy ranks #207 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 and Marist Academy a private school?

Yes, Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy 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 Preparatory School and Marist Academy a religious school?

Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
989
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
82
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.3 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Oakland County

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