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#235 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 44% of private schools
Notre Dame Academy
Elementary School
312 1ST ST, Palisades Park, NJ 07650
Enrollment
372
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
372
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#235 of 534
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Notre Dame Academy
Elementary School in Palisades Park · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center
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About Notre Dame Academy
Notre Dame Academy is a private elementary school in Palisades Park, NJ. Notre Dame Academy serves approximately 372 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Notre Dame Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #235 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
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 3 public schools in Palisades Park, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Palisades Park
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Notre Dame Academy (this school) | 6.6 |
| Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center | 5.3 |
| Lindbergh Elementary School | 4.6 |
| Palisades Park Jr-Sr High School | 5.0 |
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 NJ.
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 NJ
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
312 1ST ST, Palisades Park, NJ 07650
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Notre Dame Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. School #4 (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Cliffside Park), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Shaler Academy (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Ridgefield), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, School No. 2 (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Fort Lee), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Palisades Park, see our Palisades Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center Palisades Park | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Lindbergh Elementary School Palisades Park | 0.2 mi | 4.6 |
| NEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, INC Palisades Park | 0.4 mi | — |
| Palisades Park Jr-Sr High School Palisades Park | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Slocum Skewes School Ridgefield | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Anna C. Scott Elementary School Leonia | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Lewis F. Cole Middle School Fort Lee | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| School No. 4 Fort Lee | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Ridgefield Memorial High School Ridgefield | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Bergen Boulevard School Ridgefield | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| CHILDRENS HOME MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cliffside Park | 1.3 mi | — |
| Shaler Academy Ridgefield | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| School No. 2 Fort Lee | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Ridgefield Park Jr Sr High School Ridgefield Park | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| SMALL WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fort Lee | 1.1 mi | — |
| GREEN HOUSE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Fort Lee | 1.2 mi | — |
| CHRIST THE TEACHER ACADEMY Fort Lee | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| School #6/Middle School Cliffside Park | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Leonia Middle School Leonia | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| School #4 Cliffside Park | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07650 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,295
Median Home Value
$704,400
Median Rent
$1,976/mo
Population
20,192
College Educated
53.7%
Homeownership
37.2%
Avg Commute
32.1 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
43.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alexander Hamilton School Glen Rock, NJ | 6.6 |
| Brookside Place School Cranford, NJ | 6.6 |
| CHRIST THE TEACHER ACADEMY Fort Lee, NJ | 6.6 |
| Cambridge Elementary School Kendall Park, NJ | 6.6 |
| Chancellor Avenue Elementary School Irvington, NJ | 6.6 |
| Holly Hills Elementary School Westampton, NJ | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Notre Dame Academy
What grades does Notre Dame Academy serve?
Notre Dame Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Notre Dame Academy?
Notre Dame Academy has an enrollment of approximately 372 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame Academy is 14.4:1. 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 NJ?
Notre Dame Academy ranks #235 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Notre Dame Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Notre Dame 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 Academy a private school?
Yes, Notre Dame 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 Academy a religious school?
Notre Dame Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 372
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Phone
- (201) 947-5262
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