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#713 of 992 private schools in NY
Notre Dame Catholic Academy
Elementary School
6222 61ST ST, Ridgewood, NY 11385
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#713 of 992
In Ridgewood
#2 of 2
public schools
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Notre Dame Catholic Academy
Elementary School in Ridgewood · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
PS 71 Forest
0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
PS 153 Maspeth Elementary
0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Notre Dame Catholic Academy
Notre Dame Catholic Academy is a private elementary school in Ridgewood, NY. Notre Dame Catholic Academy serves approximately 237 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Notre Dame Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #713 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Notre Dame Catholic 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 Catholic Academy compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Ridgewood, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Notre Dame Catholic Academy (this school) | 5.7 |
| PS 71 FOREST | 4.2 |
| ACE ACADEMY FOR SCHOLARS AT THE GERALDINE FERRARO CAMPUS | 7.9 |
| IS 93 RIDGEWOOD | 6.1 |
| PS 88 SENECA | 4.7 |
| PS 239 | 4.9 |
| JOSEPH F QUINN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL 77 | 4.5 |
| ROBERT E PEARY SCHOOL | 4.2 |
| PS 68 CAMBRIDGE | 4.9 |
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 NY.
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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 NY
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
6222 61ST ST, Ridgewood, NY 11385
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Notre Dame Catholic Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ACE ACADEMY FOR SCHOLARS AT THE GERALDINE FERRARO CAMPUS (rated 7.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 128 LORRAINE TUZZO-JUNIPER VALLEY (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Middle Village), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEARNERS AND LEADERS (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Glendale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ridgewood, see our Ridgewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 71 FOREST Ridgewood | 0.1 mi | 4.2 |
| PS 153 MASPETH ELEMENTARY Maspeth | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| IS 93 RIDGEWOOD Ridgewood | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| ACE ACADEMY FOR SCHOLARS AT THE GERALDINE FERRARO CAMPUS Ridgewood | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| GROVER CLEVELAND HIGH SCHOOL Ridgewood | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| ST MATTHIAS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Ridgewood | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 88 SENECA Ridgewood | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| MARTIN LUTHER SCHOOL Maspeth | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 239 Ridgewood | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| BUSHWICK LEADERS HIGH SCHOOL FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Glendale | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| JOSEPH F QUINN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL 77 Ridgewood | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 9 Maspeth | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| PS 81 JEAN PAUL RICHTER Glendale | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| ROBERT E PEARY SCHOOL Ridgewood | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| CHRIST THE KING HIGH SCHOOL Middle Village | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| MIDDLE VILLAGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Middle Village | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| LEARNERS AND LEADERS Glendale | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| ST BRIGID SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 68 CAMBRIDGE Ridgewood | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 128 LORRAINE TUZZO-JUNIPER VALLEY Middle Village | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11385 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,365
Median Home Value
$842,800
Median Rent
$1,959/mo
Population
103,865
College Educated
34.1%
Homeownership
30.3%
Avg Commute
43.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
36.1
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| BAYVILLE PRIMARY Bayville, NY | 5.7 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 5 Bronx, NY | 5.7 |
| BURNS AVENUE SCHOOL Hicksville, NY | 5.7 |
| CASTLE BRIDGE SCHOOL New York, NY | 5.7 |
| CLINTON V BUSH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamestown, NY | 5.7 |
| DR WALTER COOPER ACADEMY Rochester, NY | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Notre Dame Catholic Academy
What grades does Notre Dame Catholic Academy serve?
Notre Dame Catholic Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Notre Dame Catholic Academy?
Notre Dame Catholic Academy has an enrollment of approximately 237 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame Catholic Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame Catholic Academy is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Notre Dame Catholic Academy rank in NY?
Notre Dame Catholic Academy ranks #713 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Notre Dame Catholic Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Notre Dame Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Catholic Academy a private school?
Yes, Notre Dame Catholic 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 Catholic Academy a religious school?
Notre Dame Catholic Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 237
- Gender Split
- 40% M / 60% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Phone
- (718) 821-2221
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