Notre Dame High School

Notre Dame High School (9-12)

Ages 14+

Notre Dame High School is a private Catholic college-preparatory school at 13645 Riverside Drive in Sherman Oaks, serving grades 9 through 12 in the Congregation of Holy Cross tradition, with campus ministry and theology courses. The federal survey counts 1,255 students and 93 teachers, about 13 students per teacher. It offers AP courses, and the school reports that 96 percent of its AP students earn a passing score. The Hampton Science Center anchors the science program, and the school has a robotics program. The arts include visual arts, theatre, band, music and dance, with about four musical or drama productions a year. Athletic teams play as the Notre Dame Knights, and more than 100 clubs and activities run on campus. About 40 percent of students receive tuition assistance. Applications are submitted through an online portal, after open houses, tours and information sessions. It suits a Catholic family looking for a college-preparatory high school with AP, science and arts options.

• Private school
• 1,255 students
• What’s there: A library
• Programs at school: Advanced Placement courses; A STEM focus; An arts focus; Competitive sports teams

• Financial aid or scholarships available