Notre Dame Junior/Senior High School

What Notre Dame Junior/Senior High School does

Notre Dame Catholic Schools is a private, faith-based K-12 educational institution operating as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit under the Diocese of Syracuse, serving approximately 600 students across two campuses in Utica, New York. The system was formed through a 1976 merger of three predecessor Catholic schools (Utica Catholic Academy founded 1834, St. Francis de Sales founded 1907, and Notre Dame High School founded 1960) and now operates the Elementary School campus (11 Barton Ave, grades Pre-K through 5, including Universal Pre-K and Montessori programs dating to 1970) and the Jr. & Sr. High School campus (2 Notre Dame Lane, grades 6-12), with the secondary campus being the region's only Catholic secondary school. Educational delivery combines iReady personalized learning, Project Lead The Way (PLTW) STEM curriculum, Montessori methodology for early childhood, and dual-credit/AP options via bridge programs with Utica University and MVCC; co-curricular programs include NJROTC (Distinguished Unit status for seven consecutive years), 15+ athletics, extensive student clubs, campus ministry, and academic counseling supporting near-100% college placement.

The business model is tuition-driven subscription recurring revenue, with annual tuition rates ranging from $5,540 (Montessori half-day Pre-K) to $15,800 (international students) and a grade-level progression of $6,145 (K-5), $7,140 (6-8), and $8,400 (9-12). Ancillary streams include technology fees ($125), enrollment fees ($100), graduation fees ($275), and Kids in Motion Summer Day Camp ($200/week or $170/week full bundle). The stated cost to educate a student averages $11,687 per year, indicating tuition covers roughly two-thirds of per-student cost with the balance funded through the Salerno Catholic Education Fund (60% of contributions to scholarships, 40% to operations), alumni donations, and corporate-funded scholarships. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer via campus tours, shadow days for grades 6-12, online application through FACTS/RenWeb portals, and a network of parish referrals, local business partnerships, and NY State-mandated public district transportation. Customer segments span families with Pre-K children, K-5 elementary students, secondary 6-12 students, and inclusive of families of all faiths, with multi-year enrollment continuity from Pre-K through Grade 12 and sibling discounts (10% for 2nd child, 20% for 3rd child) reinforcing retention.

Forward-looking strategy is articulated through Vision 2029, a 2025-2029 strategic plan organized around six pillars (Growth, Academics, Student Experience, Finances, Leadership, Faith), with current initiatives exploring the implementation of a President/CEO leadership model and deepening higher-education bridge partnerships.

Name

Notre Dame Junior/Senior High School

Legal name

Notre Dame Catholic Schools

Website

https://notredameutica.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1960

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Notre Dame Catholic Schools is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit private Catholic K-12 institution in Utica, NY, serving ~600 students across two campuses (Pre-K through Grade 12) with Montessori, PLTW STEM, and dual-credit programs, operating under the Diocese of Syracuse.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private K-12 Catholic Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Based (Religious) K–12 Schools (EDAJABAC)

Keywords

• Private k-12 education
• Catholic school system
• College preparatory education
• Early childhood education
• Stem curriculum programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Utica

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition Revenue: Primary revenue stream from tuition payments. Tuition rates vary by grade level (Pre-K through Grade 12) and program type (Montessori, regular, international). Discounts available for multiple children from same family and for full payment by September 1.
2. Philanthropic Contributions: Donations through the Salerno Catholic Education Fund support scholarships (60% of contributions go directly to scholarships and financial aid) and annual school operations (40%).
3. Fees (Technology, Enrollment, Graduation): Additional fees including technology fee ($125), enrollment fee ($100), and graduation fee ($275).
4. Summer Programs: Kids in Motion Summer Day Camp providing weekly rates ($200/week) or discounted full summer bundle ($170/week).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Notre Dame Catholic Schools is a private, faith-based K-12 school system operating two campuses in Utica, NY. It delivers Catholic, college-preparatory education from Pre-K through Grade 12, including Montessori and Universal Pre-K programs, a liberal arts secondary curriculum with AP and dual-credit options, and co-curricular programs such as NJROTC, athletics, student clubs, campus ministry, and academic counseling. It enrolls approximately 600 students with an average class size of 12 and a 3-to-1 teacher-student ratio.

Product overview

Notre Dame Catholic Schools operates as a unified private school system encompassing pre-kindergarten through Grade 12 education. The institution comprises two campuses offering distinct programs: Elementary School (Pre-K through Grade 5) featuring Universal Pre-K and Montessori programs; and Jr. & Sr. High School (Grades 6-12) as the region's only Catholic secondary school. Beyond core academics, the school provides NJROTC leadership training, comprehensive athletics (football, basketball, soccer, tennis, baseball, softball, volleyball, track, cross country, golf, hockey, cheerleading, and esports), diverse student clubs (NHS, choir, theater, mock trial, band, art, environmental), Campus Ministry for spiritual formation, academic counseling with college planning, and summer programming. The school maintains accreditation through the Middle States Association and operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, serving approximately 600 students with a 3-to-1 teacher-student ratio.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Notre Dame Elementary School (Grades K-5) Full-day faith-based elementary education for Kindergarten through Grade 5, including iReady personalized learning, Project Lead The Way STEM integration, Spanish, music, art, physical education, library, and technology, plus before/after care. Designed for families seeking structured, disciplined Catholic education exceeding New York State standards.
• Notre Dame Jr. & Sr. High School (Grades 6-12) The Mohawk Valley's only Catholic secondary school, offering grades 6-12 a liberal arts college-preparatory curriculum with AP options, dual-credit courses, bridge programs with Utica University and MVCC, BOCES career pathways, and an NJROTC leadership program. Targets families seeking Catholic college-prep secondary education.
• Montessori Pre-K Program Tuition-based Montessori preschool program for children ages 3-5, offered half-day ($5,540/year) or full-day ($6,950/year), five days per week. Designed for families seeking a Montessori-method early education rooted in Catholic values.
• Universal Pre-K Program Free play-based Universal Pre-K program in partnership with Utica City School District for 4-year-olds residing in the district, available in half-day and full-day sessions with certified teachers. Bridges the gap between home and formal schooling.
• NJROTC Program

Quantifiable outcome

• Near 100% college enrollment rate for graduates
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Utica City School DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2000Partnership since 2000 for Universal Pre-K program. In partnership with the Utica City School District, Notre Dame Elementary hosts a robust Universal Pre-K program designed to bridge the gap between home and formal schooling. The program is 100% free for students age 4 residing in Utica City School District, with transportation not provided.
• Utica UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBridge programs and dual-credit courses enabling high school students to earn college credit. Students may pursue dual-credit courses, AP options, and bridge programs with Utica University, empowering them to shape their academic paths.
• Mohawk Valley Community College (MVCC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBridge programs sustaining and enhancing college-credit-bearing courses. Strategic Pillar Two goal to sustain and enhance bridges to increase and enhance college-credit-bearing courses at MVCC and Utica University.
• Oneida/Herkimer/Madison BOCESminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCareer and technical pathways partnership. Upperclassmen can blend high school coursework with career-focused classes via BOCES partnerships.
• Diocese of SyracusecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNotre Dame operates under the Diocese of Syracuse, with the Superintendent of the Diocese serving on the Board of Trustees. The school follows diocesan guidelines and policies, including teacher compensation guidelines.
• Area ParishescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnerships with local parishes including Mary Mother of Our Savior Church. Board includes Fr. Hage as Board Member (Pastor). Strengthened relationships with area church leaders, council members, and religious education leaders to promote Catholic education.
• Syracuse DiocesecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCatholic school system operating under Syracuse Diocese. All financial aid managed through FACTS. Enrollment and educational policies aligned with Diocese guidelines.
• Local Businesses and CorporationsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerStrategic partnerships with local businesses, corporations, realtors, chambers, visitors bureaus for community network development. Corporate-funded scholarships created for employees' children.
• Munson Williams Proctor Art InstituteminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSummer day camp program features sessions with Munson Williams Proctor Art Institute, providing hands-on Arts & Crafts activities for campers.
• American Red CrossminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCampus Ministry food pantry partners with American Red Cross, Hope House, Utica Food Pantry, and Mother Marianne Kitchen to assist community needs.
• Utica UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFull-scale musical productions produced in collaboration with Utica University in spring and fall, providing students opportunity to participate in theater from auditions through opening night.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Regional players

• Faith Heritage School: Private Christian K-12 school in Syracuse, NY; competes for the same faith-oriented Upstate NY families as Notre Dame, though serving a different metropolitan area within the broader Syracuse Diocese footprint.
• Mohawk Valley Christian Academy: Private Christian K-12 school also located in the Mohawk Valley region (Clinton, NY); the closest direct geographic competitor to Notre Dame for families seeking private faith-based K-12 education in Utica.

Direct peers

• St. Mary's Academy: Catholic Pre-K through Grade 8 school in another U.S. region; comparable as a faith-based K-8 private school with Montessori-style programming and tuition-based revenue model similar to Notre Dame's elementary division.
• Seton Catholic Central: Catholic Pre-K through Grade 12 school in Binghamton, NY, operating under the Diocese of Syracuse; directly comparable as a multi-campus diocesan Catholic school system with similar tuition structure and programming.
• Christian Brothers Academy: Catholic K-12 college preparatory school in DeWitt, NY (Syracuse suburb), also under the Diocese of Syracuse; comparable as a faith-based private school with rigorous college-prep academics, athletics, and similar tuition positioning.
• La Salle Institute: Catholic secondary school (grades 6-12) in Troy, NY, operated by the Christian Brothers; comparable as a faith-based secondary school with similar college-prep and extracurricular programming.
• Bishop Grimes Jr/Sr High School: Catholic secondary school (grades 7-12) in East Syracuse, NY, also operating under the Diocese of Syracuse; directly comparable to Notre Dame as a regional Catholic secondary alternative with similar tuition model and faith-based curriculum.

Broad incumbents

• Cristo Rey Network: National network of Catholic colleges and high schools serving low-income students via corporate work-study models; comparable in mission and faith-based secondary education, but operates at scale across multiple U.S. cities.
• Archbishop Molloy High School: Large Catholic college-preparatory high school in Queens, NY; comparable in mission (faith-based college prep) and offerings (AP, athletics, NJROTC-type programs) but materially larger scale and more urban.
• Buffalo Diocese Catholic Schools: System of Catholic K-12 schools operated under the Diocese of Buffalo in Upstate/Western New York; comparable as a diocesan multi-school Catholic education network with similar tuition, governance, and demographic exposure.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/notre-dame-junior-senior-high-school

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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