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#100 of 284 private schools in TN

Top 35% of private schools

Notre Dame High School

High School

2701 VERMONT AVE, Chattanooga, TN 37404

Private

Enrollment

371

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

6.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Tennessee private schools

#100 of 284

In Chattanooga

#11 of 21

public schools

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Notre Dame High School

6.8/10

High School in Chattanooga · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Notre Dame High School

Notre Dame High School is a private high school in Chattanooga, TN. Notre Dame High School serves approximately 371 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Notre Dame High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #100 of 284 private schools in TN.

How it compares1.1 pts above TN schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Notre Dame High 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

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How Notre Dame High School compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Chattanooga, TN

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
This School
vs
18:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
371
This School
vs
591
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.8
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 70.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 11.1% vs 0%
Black 9.4% vs 0%
Asian 6.2% vs 0%
Notre Dame High School Chattanooga Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Notre Dame High School (this school) 6.8
Chattanooga Preparatory School 3.6
Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy 8.2
Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences Upper 8.2
Brainerd High School 5.5
The Howard School 3.6
Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence High
East Ridge High School 4.5
Chattanooga High School Center for Creative Arts 8.5
STEM School Chattanooga 9.7
Hamilton County Collegiate High at Chattanooga State 8.2
Chattanooga School For The Liberal Arts 6.8
Lookout Valley Middle / High School 6.0
Tyner Academy 5.0
Hamilton County Virtual School 3.6
Red Bank High School 4.4

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 TN.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 4.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,267.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 48%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 371
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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 TN

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 70.1%
Hispanic 11.1%
Black 9.4%
Asian 6.2%
Two or More 3.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2701 VERMONT AVE, Chattanooga, TN 37404

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Notre Dame High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences Upper (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chattanooga, see our Chattanooga schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ORANGE GROVE CENTER Chattanooga 0.4 mi 6.8
Orchard Knob Elementary School Chattanooga 0.7 mi 6.3
AVONDALE SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Chattanooga 1.1 mi 6.6
Chattanooga Preparatory School Chattanooga 1.1 mi 3.6
Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy Chattanooga 1.1 mi 8.2
Orchard Knob Middle School Chattanooga 1.1 mi 4.5
Montessori Elementary at Highland Park Chattanooga 1.1 mi 4.6
East Side Elementary School Chattanooga 1.4 mi 7.4
Hardy Elementary School Chattanooga 1.7 mi 3.9
Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence Middle Chattanooga 1.7 mi 3.0
MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chattanooga 1.6 mi 6.9
Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence Chattanooga 1.8 mi 3.6
BRAINERD BAPTIST SCHOOL Chattanooga 2.1 mi 7.1
MARTY'S CENTER Chattanooga 2.0 mi
Woodmore Elementary School Chattanooga 1.9 mi 7.3
Dalewood Middle School Chattanooga 2.1 mi 5.6
BELVOIR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chattanooga 2.5 mi 6.4
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chattanooga 2.4 mi 7.4
Barger Academy of Fine Arts Chattanooga 2.4 mi 7.8
Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences Upper Chattanooga 2.2 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,585

Median Home Value

$235,300

Median Rent

$999/mo

Population

13,883

College Educated

31.8%

Homeownership

53.6%

Avg Commute

17.6 min

Poverty Rate

22.3%

Median Age

34.7

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Central High School Bruceton, TN 6.8
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Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute Jamestown, TN 6.7
Smith County High School Carthage, TN 6.7
Clay County High School Celina, TN 6.9
Dresden High School Dresden, TN 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Notre Dame High School

What grades does Notre Dame High School serve?

Notre Dame High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Notre Dame High School?

Notre Dame High School has an enrollment of approximately 371 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame High School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Notre Dame High School rank in TN?

Notre Dame High School ranks #100 of 284 private schools in TN.

What is Notre Dame High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Notre Dame High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 High School a private school?

Yes, Notre Dame 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 High School a religious school?

Notre Dame High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
371
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Hamilton County

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