The caring and nurturing environment of Notre Dame Elementary and Middle School provides an atmosphere in which academics and spiritual growth and flourish together.
Who We Are
Notre Dame Elementary and Middle School holds the unique distinction of being both the first private Catholic school in Geauga County and a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Notre Dame. Rooted in the charism and educational vision of the Sisters, our schools are dedicated to helping each child grow in faith, knowledge, and service.
Our students come from across Geauga County and neighboring communities, representing a variety of parishes and public school districts. They benefit from the rich traditions, deep faith, and commitment to excellence established by the Sisters who founded our school and by the many Sisters who have served here throughout the years.
The Sisters of Notre Dame, a Catholic congregation of women religious, are united in one heart, one hope, and one mission: to proclaim God’s goodness and compassionate love for people of all faiths and cultures. This mission continues to inspire and guide the work of Notre Dame Elementary and Notre Dame Middle School today.
Extracurricular Opportunities
Students have the opportunity to engage in a wide variety of after-school clubs and academic competitions, including the Spelling Bee, Art, Chess, Drama, Golf, Ski Club, and CYO Sports. Middle School students can also participate in specialized programs such as First LEGO League Robotics, Mock Trial, and Power of the Pen.
Additionally, Middle School students can get involved in Student Council and have the chance to qualify for regional and state-level competitions, including the Science Fair and Ohio History Day.
Financial Assistance
Recognizing the financial commitment our families make to provide their children an excellent education at Notre Dame Elementary and Middle School, we make every effort to provide need-based assistance to families with demonstrated need. Notre Dame Schools participates in the EdChoice Scholarship Program available from the Ohio Department of Education and families can apply for additional support from Notre Dame Schools through FACTS Grant & Aid.
At a Glance
605
Students from Preschool - Grade 8
80%
of Students are Catholic
90%
of students attend NDCL
21
Average class size
49:51
Ratio of boys to girls
NDES and NDMS Faculty and Administration
2
Administrators
32
Instructional Staff
1
Intervention Specialist
1
Math Specialist
1
Reading Specialist
1
School Psychologist
1
School Nurse
5
Sisters of Notre Dame
1
Speech Language Pathologist
Enrollment by County
46%
Geauga County
44%
Lake County
7%
Cuyahoga County
3%
Ashtabula, Summit, and Portage