NOTRE DAME PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Go back
9701 E BELL RD
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85260
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Phone: 480-634-8200
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  • Educational Climate: High
  • Technology Measure: Low
  • Type: Catholic
  • Grades: 9th Grade - 12th Grade
  • District: Diocese Of Phoenix Education Office
  • Students/Teacher: NOT REPORTED
  • Students/Grade: 117.5
  • Number Students: 470
  • Number Teachers: NOT REPORTED
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  • Poverty Level: NOT REPORTED
  • Number Computers: 200
  • Number PCs: 200
  • Number Macs: 0
  • Principal: Mr David Gonsalves
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    School Reviews (31 Reviews)
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    Student Review | Rating:
    Posted 2012-08-02
    "I am going into my senior year at NDP & I have loved every second of it! The accusations about the principle & the "real truth about NDP" are false. It's a great school & a huge reason that people are saying that it's not academically challenging is because they are not taking the highest level classes. On that note, I will say that when I came in as a freshman I was not put in honors classes even though my 8th grade teachers gave me outstanding recommendations. That is one thing I would say needs work. If you are in the higher level classes, you will be challenged. That's the thing, you need to challenge yourself. NDP gives you that opportunity. In regards to the strict rules, it's a CATHOLIC SCHOOL, they're notorious for having strict rules that you just have to follow, even if they are pretty ridiculous. But then again, life is ridiculous, so I'd say it's pretty good preparation for the real world. On a final note, NDP is not going to hand you everything on a silver platter, you have to work for it. You have to join clubs, & work your way to the top. If you need help, ask for it. The only way to get anything done for yourself, is to do it yourself, & if you need help, just ask."
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    Posted 2012-06-21
    "To May 16, 2012 Parent: Your condescending attitude toward parents who obviously had different experiences than you with NDP is quite rude. Judge not, lest ye be judged, isn't that what the bible teaches? Notre Dame is a great school in some respects (Theology Dept. is outstanding), but sadly lacking in others. I know this from first hand experience. My son attended NDP for two years, and I worked there during that time (in an area totally unassociated with him, so no, I wasn't a "hovering" parent, just helping out). The discipline doled out IS inconsistent. "Random" drug testing: depending on "who" you are, you get cut some slack and are not held to the same consequences as "average Joe." I know students who have gone on to college from NDP and sadly underachieved. Conversely, I know NDP graduates who fit in quite well at their chosen colleges. NDP does stress good citizenship and values. Yet it is a fact that NDP did not offer much to students who needed extra motivation, tutoring help, nor did they have a program for academically challenged students, students who eventually fall through the cracks. For the tuition paid, NDP should broaden its support system for those students."
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    Posted 2012-05-16
    "Wow, some very interesting "reviews". I think they show you where some folks heads are at - and it's not on academic excellence, following rules, community service, work ethic, and preparing for college. And having a well-rounded student. The reviews seem to be about making exceptions for me or my kid who's special, the cost, or taking care of parents' needs. NDP tells you from day 1 that they expect the students to be responsible for their own scheduling, academic, classroom, and counseling concerns. They don't want parents running to counselors every week or intervening for their kids. That doesn't teach the kids responsibility or accountability. On the few occasions we've had to ask questions of ANY of the staff, response has been prompt whether we called or emailed. We know a number of NDP grads, and all have "hit the ground running" in college, not only because of raw knowledge, but also being prepared in terms of study habits, organization, and maturity. If your kid isn't up for that, or if you're not supportive of that as a parent...these folks are correct, NDP isn't for you. If you want a college-ready student and can afford it - NDP is an national-class school."
    Parent Review | Rating:
    Posted 2011-10-28
    "I don't think NDP is a good choice for a child who excels academically. The administration is overly ridgid and is unwilling to take into account any childs previous schooling or classes taken when placing a student in a particular class. Department heads refuse to return phone calls to parents. The counselling department is virtually non-existent and one must call and call to reach a specific advisor. Our assigned advisor had little information about my child and was unable to assist in any way with different class placements. "The rules are the rules at NDP." One size fits all is the order of the day."
    Parent Review | Rating:
    Posted 2011-04-17
    "This school is a young school on its way to great things. As a young school, it still has improvements that could be made to the teaching staff, the curriculum, and the extracurricular, including athletic programs. However, in retrospect, this young school (10 years old) has come very far quickly - earned respect in many areas of academics and athletics, as well as its strong commitment to developing good young people of character and good values. My wife and I cannot imagine a better place for our daughter this year, and we did our due diligence, so we know that this was the best option. Our daughter loves her school, her friends, and the overall community experience is outstanding. We look forward to many great years as our younger daughter will also be attending in a couple years as well."
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