Notre Dame High School (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

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Notre Dame High School

13645 Riverside Dr
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423

Tel: (818) 933-3600

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Notre Dame High School, a Catholic college preparatory school in the Holy Cross tradition, educates the hearts and minds of students who are diverse in talent, ethnicity and society.

As a faith community, Notre Dame strives to provide each student with a rich academic background, an appropriate sense of self, an opportunity for growth, a commitment to family, community, nation and world, and respect for the spiritual dignity of all persons.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked CA School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 1,229 students
Acceptance rate: 99%
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Notre Dame High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Year Founded

1947

Colors

Blue, Navy Blue, Gold

Student Body

Total Students

1,229 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

37%

State avg.: 51%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

79 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$21,950 (9th-11th Grades) $22,450 (12th Grade)

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Acceptance Rate

99%

National avg.: 82%

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Notre Dame High School?

The acceptance rate of Notre Dame High School is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.

What is Notre Dame High School's ranking?

Notre Dame High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Notre Dame High School?

The application deadline for Notre Dame High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Welcome Day - First Day

August 12, 2026 (Wednesday)

Thanksgiving Break

November 23, 2026 (Monday)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked CA School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 1,229 students
Acceptance rate: 99%
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Los Angeles County, CA is $18,195 for elementary schools and $23,825 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Los Angeles County, CA is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).