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#14 of 399 private schools in MO

Top 3% of private schools

Notre Dame De Sion High School

School

10631 WORNALL RD, Kansas City, MO 64114

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 10 schools in Kansas City. Learn more

Enrollment

485

Student-Teacher

8.7:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Kansas City

#3 of 39

public schools

Missouri schools

#6 of 90

About Notre Dame De Sion High School

Notre Dame de Sion High School serves 485 students in grades PK through 12 in Kansas City, Missouri. This regular public school maintains an impressive 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio with 56 full-time equivalent teachers, creating opportunities for personalized attention and smaller class sizes. The school earns a 7.3 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks #203 out of 399 schools statewide, placing it in the 49th percentile among Missouri schools.

This solid performance reflects the school's commitment to providing quality education to its diverse student body spanning from prekindergarten through high school. Located on Wornall Road, Notre Dame de Sion sits in an established neighborhood where families value education highly. The surrounding 64114 ZIP code area reflects this commitment, with 54% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher.

The community enjoys a comfortable median household income of $75,207 and median home values of $242,800, while maintaining a low poverty rate of just 5.7%. The school's urban setting in Kansas City provides students with access to the cultural, educational, and professional opportunities that come with large city life, while the well-educated neighborhood community creates a supportive environment for academic achievement and personal growth.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.7:1, Notre Dame De Sion High School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Notre Dame De Sion High School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Notre Dame De Sion High School compares to 152 public schools serving similar grades in Kansas City, MO

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.7:1
This School
vs
12.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
485
This School
vs
456
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.6
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 66.6% vs 0%
Asian 11.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.8% vs 0%
Black 4.5% vs 0%
Notre Dame De Sion High School Kansas City Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Notre Dame De Sion High School (this school) 8.6
RED BRIDGE ELEM. 7.3
CENTER MIDDLE 5.1
INDIAN CREEK ELEM. 6.0
YELLOW JACKET EARLY LEARNING 7.3
BOONE ELEM. 4.1
CENTER SR. HIGH 4.2
WARFORD ELEMENTARY 4.4
JOHN T. HARTMAN ELEMENTARY 4.5
CENTER ELEM. 4.0
DALE M THOMPSON/TRAILS WEST S
MARTIN CITY ELEM. 6.8
ACADEMY FOR INTEGRATED ARTS 6.4
COMPASS ELEMENTARY 5.3
HALE COOK ELEMENTARY 9.3
HICKMAN MILLS 8TH GRADE CENTER 4.8
Academie Lafayette Oak Elem 5.6
UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-UPPER 5.7
UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-MIDDLE 5.4
UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-LOWER 3.4
RUSKIN HIGH SCHOOL 5.8

Showing 20 of 152 schools. View all schools in Kansas City

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

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 MO.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,485
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 52%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Enrollment 485
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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 MO

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 66.6%
Asian 11.1%
Two or More 10.5%
Hispanic 6.8%
Black 4.5%
Native American 0.2%
Pacific Islander 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

10631 WORNALL RD, Kansas City, MO 64114

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Notre Dame De Sion High School may also want to explore other schools in the area. THE DANIEL ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is THE BARSTOW SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, WHITEFIELD ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
THE DANIEL ACADEMY Kansas City 0.1 mi 7.9
RED BRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City 0.5 mi 7.3
CENTER MIDDLE Kansas City 0.6 mi 5.1
ALPHA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kansas City 1.0 mi
INDIAN CREEK ELEM. Kansas City 1.1 mi 6.0
THE BARSTOW SCHOOL Kansas City 1.3 mi 6.9
ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Kansas City 1.7 mi 6.4
ROCKHURST HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City 1.8 mi 4.6
Brookwood Elem Leawood 1.6 mi 8.2
YELLOW JACKET EARLY LEARNING Kansas City 2.2 mi 7.3
BOONE ELEM. Kansas City 2.2 mi 4.1
CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kansas City 2.2 mi 8.0
LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL OF KANSAS CITY Kansas City 2.2 mi 8.0
Leawood Middle Leawood 2.1 mi 5.4
WHITEFIELD ACADEMY Kansas City 2.2 mi 6.9
Leawood Elementary Leawood 2.2 mi 7.0
CENTER SR. HIGH Kansas City 2.4 mi 4.2
NATIVITY PARISH SCHOOL Leawood 2.3 mi 6.8
GILLIS CENTER SCHOOL Kansas City 3.1 mi 6.7
JOHN T. HARTMAN ELEMENTARY Kansas City 3.2 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,643

Median Home Value

$257,400

Median Rent

$1,304/mo

Population

24,464

College Educated

56%

Homeownership

64.9%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

40.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Notre Dame De Sion High School has a median household income of $77,643. It is a well-educated community where 56% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $257,400, with a median rent of $1,304/month. The local poverty rate of 6.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY & HIGH SCHOOL Sedalia, MO 8.6
VILLA DUCHESNE & OAK HILL SCHOOL St. Louis, MO 8.5
COLUMBIA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Columbia, MO 8.3
CHRISTIAN SCHOOL DISTRICT O'Fallon, MO 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Notre Dame De Sion High School

What grades does Notre Dame De Sion High School serve?

Notre Dame De Sion High School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Notre Dame De Sion High School?

Notre Dame De Sion High School has an enrollment of approximately 485 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame De Sion High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame De Sion High School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Notre Dame De Sion High School rank in MO?

Notre Dame De Sion High School is ranked #14 out of 399 private schools in MO.

What is Notre Dame De Sion High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Notre Dame De Sion High School has a composite rating of 8.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Notre Dame De Sion High School a private school?

Yes, Notre Dame De Sion High School 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 De Sion High School a religious school?

Notre Dame De Sion High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (6,241/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Kansas City). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
485
Gender Split
19% M / 81% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
198 days
Setting
Large City
County
JACKSON
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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