At Notre Dame, we like to say the pillars of our education are character, faith, and intellect, But these aren`t just words.
We stress these three pillars every day, in all we do with our 500 students.
Our students come from 32 towns and we provide transportation from several towns.
One of the hallmarks of Notre Dame is our service to the community. Our students are required to complete service hours in the community each year. Last year we performed over 30,000 hours of service.
They practice 26 Acts of Kindness, a response to the tragedy at Sandy Hook.
Some spend a week building homes in rural Appalachia.
Some spend a weekend in Camden, NJ. And, they do it all while balancing a rigorous academic program led by teachers who encourage debate and discussion and seek out hands-on ways to make learning relevant.
At Notre Dame, students are encouraged to develop their natural talents, explore new ones, and become the best they can be both intellectually and spiritually.
Our college preparatory curriculum along with an Honor and High Honors curriculum prepares students for the rigor of college.
AP classes are offered to students beginning sophomore year.
A select number of first-year applicants are invited to pursue their education as Notre Dame Distinguished Scholars. The Notre Dame Distinguished Scholars Program is grounded in a challenging and diverse curriculum featuring interdisciplinary inquiry, independent initiative, and commitment to academic excellence. Studying and learning together in this small, high-honors group, a community of scholarship and intellectual curiosity is fostered, on a more advanced level, for future studies and opportunities in higher education. All Distinguished Scholars complete an off-campus capstone project in the Senior Experience Program. Students in the Distinguished Scholars Program are invited to participate in an international Advanced Studies summer program at Oxford University, England, at the world-renowned Brasenose College.
After learning more about ND, you will agree that Notre Dame is a special place.
More than a school, it`s a place where students, faculty, and staff come together as a community.
It`s a place where students enter ninth grade and leave years later having grown academically, spiritually, and socially, and it`s a place where those students forge connections and learn to think in ways that will shape their lives for years to come.
We also believe in the learning that takes place outside of the classroom.
Our students are involved in 32 athletic programs, and 25 clubs and are offered various opportunities to listen to outside speakers expanding their knowledge on a variety of topics.
Our students leave here prepared for college and the world beyond.
Our Vision at Notre Dame is very clear. We are energized in our quest for excellence and in our purposeful growth in character, faith, and intellect.
As a diverse learning community, we educate to develop the whole person-to provoke the mind, enkindle the heart, and foster the search for truth, goodness, and beauty.
We are collaborators and innovators, using our knowledge and wisdom to serve our community, solve problems, and have a positive impact on society. The fulfillment and joy of a Christ-centered life are encountered in our culture of the vibrant Catholic faith.
As Imitators of Christ, we are servant leaders-courageous, moral, and engaged, striving through God`s grace to be leaven in the world.
One of our greatest strengths is that we prepare students for the rigors of college.
The Guidance Office is available to assist students to discover and develop their aptitudes, interests, and opportunities so that they may enrich their lives and attain their maximum potential whether it is in further education or immediate entry into the world of work.
We have a strong record where 100% of our students are accepted to college and last year received over 24 million dollars in scholarships.
The students in this year's senior class will be attending schools such as Yale University, Brown University, Fairfield University, Fordham University, Sacred Heart University, and Marist College to name a few.
The school feels that the selection of college is the decision of a student and his/her family, although counselors assist in the process when invited to. Workshops on topics such as financial aid and college selection are held annually for students and their parents.
In addition, Notre Dame serves as a testing center for the SATs during the school year.
Representatives from colleges across the country visit Notre Dame during the fall to meet with students interested in specific schools. Sacred Heart University and UCONN have each entered into mutually cooperative relationships with Notre Dame High School allowing our students the use of their collegiate educational resources. Our students can earn college credit while still in high school.
Sacred Heart University allows our students to use their library and other facilities. They also offer qualifying students a fifty-percent discount on their tuition.
There`s an energy to Notre Dame, and you can feel it when you walk the halls or visit a classroom - don`t take our word for it-come visit, and experience the magic of this place for yourself.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked CT School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Yearly Tuition: $17,500
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
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Top Rankings
Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
ACT Score
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
Sports offered
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1956
Student Body
Total Students
506 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
53%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
![Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University Student By Grade Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University Student By Grade](http://images2.privateschoolreview.com/charts/5000/5407/notre-dame-prep-of-sacred-heart-university-chart-x7w6tdx1i649.png)
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
14 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP American Government, AP Biology, AP British Literature, AP Calculus AB, AP Economics, AP European History, AP French IV, AP Humanities, AP Spanish IV, AP US History, Environmental Science
Average SAT score
1160
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
31
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki pants, polo shirt for boys and Skirt and polo shirt for girls.
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$17,500
Tuition Notes
Tuition is paid in twelve monthly installments.
% on Financial Aid
70%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$6,000
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Karen Guastelle
Admissions Associate
Gaetano Marra
Sports
Total Sports Offered
22 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
18 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Meditation Club
Club or Organization:
Arts and Crafts Club, Campus Ministry, Creative Writing Club, Drama Club, French Club, Gaming Club, Horizons, Karate, lancer Ambassadors, Link Leaders, Literary Magazine, Peace and Justice, Save the Children, Spanish Club, Stem Club, Student Government Association
Arts and Music Programs:
Chorus
Club or Organization:
Arts and Crafts Club, Campus Ministry, Creative Writing Club, Drama Club, French Club, Gaming Club, Horizons, Karate, lancer Ambassadors, Link Leaders, Literary Magazine, Peace and Justice, Save the Children, Spanish Club, Stem Club, Student Government Association
Arts and Music Programs:
Chorus
School Notes
We look forward to receiving your application for admission. Please
visit our website at www.notredame.org to access our admission
application. To complete the application we will need the
following:
- 7th and 8th grade report cards
- One letter of recommendation from a teacher or guidance counselor
- Entrance Exam offered in the fall of the student's eighth-grade year.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University cost?
Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University's tuition is approximately $17,500 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University?
The acceptance rate of Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University is 80%, which is higher than the national average of 69%.
What sports does Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University offer?
Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University offers 22 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, E-sports, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Kayaking, Lacrosse, Martial Arts, Rugby, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for most sports offered.
What is Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University's ranking?
Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for: Highest average ACT score, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University?
The application deadline for Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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