Notre Dame is a fully accredited Catholic Elementary School, Kindergarten through Eighth grade, located in the the downtown area of Santa Barbara, California.
Licensed Preschool for children from 2 ½ years. The mission of Notre Dame Catholic School is to educate, prepare and inspire.
Notre Dame School strives for excellence in spiritual, academic, social and physical development.
The value and uniqueness of each individual to the whole community is recognized and encouraged.
Recognizing parents as primary educators and acknowledging the presence of God in all persons, Notre Dame School provides a Christian environment that promotes peace and justice.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Notre Dame School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
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School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
115 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
95%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Notre Dame School?
The application deadline for Notre Dame School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school and elementary school to Notre Dame School is St. Therese Classical Academy (0.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Cachuma Continuation And Middle School (0.7 miles away)
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Quick Facts
2130 Mission Ridge Road
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
(805) 569-1811
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
(805) 569-1811
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 243 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Santa Barbara, CA 93110
(805) 687-2461
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
(805) 687-2461
3.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 449 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 11 Tuition listed
1795 San Leandro Lane
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
(805) 969-7732
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
(805) 969-7732
4.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 260 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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