Burlington Notre Dame Elementary opened in the fall of 1997.
Grades kindergarten through six share the building with the Little Nike Preschool, before and after school programs and the Parish Religious Education programs for the Burlington area.
Burlington Notre Dame, Inc. is dedicated to fulfilling the teaching ministry of the Church by promoting Catholic values and assisting students in reaching their full potential through Christ-centered academic and co-curricular programs.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Burlington Notre Dame ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1957
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
Student Body
Total Students
431 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- School Motto: Inspiring the mind... Engaging the heart!
- School Mascot: Nike (angel)
- Burlington Notre Dame Elementary opened in the fall of 1997.
- Grades kindergarten through six share the building with the Little Nike Preschool, before and after school programs and the Parish Religious Education programs for the Burlington area.
- Burlington Notre Dame, Inc. is dedicated to fulfilling the teaching ministry of the Church by promoting Catholic values and assisting students in reaching their full potential through Christ-centered academic and co-curricular programs.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Burlington Notre Dame often compared to?
Burlington Notre Dame is often viewed alongside schools like Great River Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Burlington Notre Dame?
The acceptance rate of Burlington Notre Dame is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.
What is Burlington Notre Dame's ranking?
Burlington Notre Dame ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Burlington Notre Dame?
The application deadline for Burlington Notre Dame is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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