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Scoring Mechanism: Each of the 46 distinct data points is evaluated using unique mathematical models, scoring based on its position within the overall data distribution.

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The school page currently displays an evaluation card that includes an overall rating and ratings across five key categories, totaling 46 data points. The five categories are: Geographic Community, Academic Strength, Matriculation Level, Extracurricular Activities, and FindingSchool Reviews. Visitors can easily view the overall score and ratings for each dimension (ranging from A+ to C). For boarding schools, detailed total score rankings are also included

The data used for evaluations and rankings comes from three primary sources: official school data, public data, and user-submitted data on FindingSchool.

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The entire scoring system is based on mathematical models derived from statistical analysis of samples from hundreds of schools across various levels. Each data point receives a corresponding rating based on its percentile position within the overall predicted distribution.

  • In the boarding school evaluation:: A- and above account for 45% of the total, B- and above account for 40%, C accounts for 15%.

  • In the day school evaluation: A- and above account for 30% of the total, B- and above account for 51%, C and others account for 19%.

2025 Evaluation Methodology

1. [30% - Matriculation Dimension] : Ivy League admission rate, admission rate for Top 25 National Universities and Top 5 Liberal Arts Colleges, admission rate for Top 50 National Universities and Top 10 Liberal Arts Colleges, admission rate for Top 100 National Universities and Top 25 Liberal Arts Colleges, along with a summary of historical admissions data.

2. [24% - Academic Dimension]: Course offerings (AP, IB, Honors, and Advanced courses), percentage of teachers with a master’s degree or higher, percentage of AP exam scores of 3, 4, or 5, average scores on standardized tests (SAT and ACT), scores in AMC math competitions, and results in FRC robotics competitions.

3. [14% - Extracurricular Activities]: Alumni donation rate, number of clubs and activities, ratings for competitive sports teams, and ratings for arts programs.

4. [12% - FindingSchool Reviews] : FindingSchool website rating, review comments on FindingSchool, and historical rating trends.

5. [8% - Geographic Community]: State resource evaluation, density score of nearby top universities, distance to the nearest international airport, convenience of local amenities, transportation convenience, city crime rate, and educational level of the local population.

Overall
B-
Matriculation B
Academics B+
Extracurriculars A
Community B
Reviews N/A
In the brief history of the school, Notre Dame Preparatory and Marist Academy have established itself as one of the premier college preparatory schools in Michigan. By offering faith-based guidance, a diverse and rigorous curriculum, fine and performing arts, and championship athletics at every level, NDPMA students develop the character, leadership, and skills necessary to be successful throughout life.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$20700
Enrollment
1043
International Students
1%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
75%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:13
AP
16
Average SAT Score
1290
Average ACT Score
26.1
Class Size
19

Matriculation

(2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#10 Northwestern University 1 +
#18 University of Notre Dame 1 +
#22 Georgetown University 1 +
#25 University of Michigan 1 +
#36 Boston College 1 +
#44 Case Western Reserve University 1 +
#48 Hillsdale College 1 +
#51 Purdue University 1 +
#55 University of Miami 1 +
#62 George Washington University 1 +
#72 Indiana University Bloomington 1 +
#77 Clemson University 1 +
#77 Michigan State University 1 +
#83 Marquette University 1 +
LAC #18 United States Air Force Academy 1 +
Auburn University 1 +
#102 Hope College 1 +
#105 Miami University: Oxford 1 +
#115 Loyola University Chicago 1 +
#115 University of South Carolina: Columbia 1 +
Arizona State University 1 +
#127 University of Dayton 1 +
#136 Albion College 1 +
#137 University of Alabama 1 +
#137 University of Kentucky 1 +
#151 Michigan Technological University 1 +
#166 Xavier University 1 +
#182 Belmont University 1 +
#219 Nova Southeastern University 1 +
#219 Sacred Heart University 1 +
#250 Wayne State University 1 +
#263 Grand Valley State University 1 +
Aurora University 1 +
College for Creative Studies 1 +
College of William and Mary 1 +
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University: Worldwide Campus 1 +
Northwood University: Florida 1 +
Oakland University 1 +
Ohio State University: Columbus Campus 1 +
Penn State University Park 1 +
Rochester College 1 +
Savannah College of Art and Design 1 +
University of Birmingham 1 +
University of Central Oklahoma 1 +
University of Colorado Boulder 1 +
University of Tennessee: Knoxville 1 +
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Matriculation
Ranking University/College 2023 2022 2019-2021 2020 2019 Total
All schools 35 80 64 25 33
#1 Princeton University 1 + 1
#3 Stanford University 1 + 1
#3 Harvard College 1 + 1
#7 Duke University 1 + 1
#7 California Institute of Technology 1 + 1
#9 Johns Hopkins University 1 + 1
#9 Northwestern University 1 + 1 2
#9 Brown University 1 + 1
#12 Columbia University 1 + 1
#12 Cornell University 1 + 1 + 2
#15 University of California: Los Angeles 1 1 + 2
#17 Rice University 1 1
#18 Vanderbilt University 1 + 1
#20 University of Notre Dame 1 + 1 1 + 1 + 1 + 5
#21 University of Michigan 1 + 1 1 + 1 + 1 + 5
#22 Georgetown University 1 + 1 + 2
#22 University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1 1 + 1 + 3
#24 Carnegie Mellon University 1 + 1
#24 Emory University 1 1
#24 Washington University in St. Louis 1 + 1
#28 University of Southern California 1 + 1
#28 University of Florida 1 1
#33 Georgia Institute of Technology 1 + 1
#33 University of California: Irvine 1 + 1
#35 New York University 1 + 1 + 2
#35 University of California: Santa Barbara 1 1
#35 University of Wisconsin-Madison 1 1 + 2
#38 University of Texas at Austin 1 + 1
#39 Boston College 1 + 1 + 2
#40 University of Washington 1 1
#40 Rutgers University 1 1
#43 Boston University 1 1 + 1 + 3
#47 University of Rochester 1 + 1
#47 University of Georgia 1 1
#47 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University 1 1
#51 Purdue University 1 + 1 1 + 1 + 4
#53 University of Minnesota: Twin Cities 1 1 + 2
#53 Case Western Reserve University 1 + 1 1 + 1 + 4
#53 Florida State University 1 1 + 2
#53 College of William and Mary 1 + 1
#60 Michigan State University 1 + 1 1 + 1 + 1 + 5
#60 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 1 1
#67 George Washington University 1 + 1 + 2
#67 University of Massachusetts Amherst 1 1
#67 University of Miami 1 + 1 1 + 3
#67 University of Pittsburgh 1 1 + 2
#73 Indiana University Bloomington 1 + 1 1 + 1 + 1 + 5
#73 Tulane University 1 1 + 2
#76 Pepperdine University 1 + 1
#76 SUNY University at Buffalo 1 + 1
#86 Marquette University 1 + 1 1 + 1 + 4
#86 Clemson University 1 + 1 1 + 3
#89 Southern Methodist University 1 1 + 1 + 3
#89 Fordham University 1 1 + 2
#93 Baylor University 1 1 + 1 + 3
#93 Gonzaga University 1 1 + 2
#93 Auburn University 1 + 1 1 + 3
#98 Drexel University 1 + 1
#98 University of San Diego 1 1 + 2
#98 University of Oregon 1 1 + 2
#98 Texas Christian University 1 + 1
#105 San Diego State University 1 + 1
#105 American University 1 + 1
#105 Arizona State University 1 + 1 1 + 3
#105 University of Colorado Boulder 1 + 1 + 1 + 3
#105 University of Tennessee: Knoxville 1 + 1 2
#105 Saint Louis University 1 1 + 2
#115 University of Arizona 1 1 + 1 + 3
#115 SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry 1 + 1
#115 Howard University 1 + 1
#115 University of San Francisco 1 1
#124 University of Central Florida 1 1
#124 University of South Carolina: Columbia 1 + 1 2
#124 University of Oklahoma 1 + 1
#133 University of Vermont 1 + 1
#133 University of Dayton 1 + 1 1 + 1 + 4
#133 Miami University: Oxford 1 + 1 1 + 3
#137 University of Alabama 1 + 1 1 + 1 + 4
#142 University of Cincinnati 1 1
#142 Loyola University Chicago 1 + 1 1 + 1 + 1 + 5
#151 DePaul University 1 1 + 2
#151 Seton Hall University 1 1 + 2
#151 Michigan Technological University 1 + 1 1 + 1 + 4
#151 Duquesne University 1 + 1
#151 Colorado State University 1 1
#159 University of Kentucky 1 + 1 1 + 1 + 4
#163 University of Mississippi 1 1
#170 University of Hawaii at Manoa 1 1
#170 Quinnipiac University 1 1
#185 Bradley University 1 1
#185 University of Detroit Mercy 1 1 + 1 + 3
#195 University of Tulsa 1 1
#201 Xavier University 1 + 1 2
#201 Wayne State University 1 + 1 1 + 1 + 4
#209 Sacred Heart University 1 + 1
#216 Ball State University 1 + 1 + 2
#227 Kent State University 1 + 1
#227 Nova Southeastern University 1 + 1 2
#235 Grand Valley State University 1 + 1 1 + 1 + 4
#236 Western New England University 1 1
#236 Belmont University 1 + 1 + 1 + 3
#249 University of Maine 1 1
#249 Pace University 1 1
#260 Gannon University 1 + 1
#260 Loyola University New Orleans 1 + 1
#260 University of New England 1 + 1
#260 Central Michigan University 1 1 + 1 + 1 + 4
#280 Hampton University 1 + 1
#280 Portland State University 1 1
#303 Aurora University 1 + 1
#304 University of Indianapolis 1 1
#304 Ferris State University 1 1 + 2
#304 Western Michigan University 1 1 + 1 + 3
#332 Oakland University 1 + 1 1 + 3
#332 Boise State University 1 + 1
#332 University of Findlay 1 1
#332 Marshall University 1 1
#352 Walsh University 1 1
#361 Clark Atlanta University 1 + 1
#376 Eastern Michigan University 1 1 + 1 + 3
#390 University of Michigan: Flint 1 1
University of Maryland: College Park 1 1
Ohio State University: Columbus Campus 1 + 1 1 + 1 + 4
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1 1
Penn State University Park 1 + 1 1 + 3
Matriculation
Ranking University/College 2023 2022 2019-2021 2020 2019 Total
All schools 4 9 9 2 3
#2 Amherst College 1 + 1
#7 United States Air Force Academy 1 + 1 2
#27 College of the Holy Cross 1 + 1
#39 Hillsdale College 1 + 1 1 + 3
#39 Denison University 1 + 1
#39 Spelman College 1 + 1
#46 DePauw University 1 + 1
#46 Furman University 1 + 1
#67 Thomas Aquinas College 1 1 + 2
#70 Kalamazoo College 1 1 + 2
#82 Saint Mary's College 1 1 + 2
#100 Hope College 1 + 1 1 + 3
#116 Hampden-Sydney College 1 1
#124 Albion College 1 + 1 1 + 1 + 4
#182 ave maria university 1 1 + 2
Matriculation
Ranking University/College 2023 2022 2019-2021 2020 2019 Total
All schools 1 0 0 0 0
#9 University of Birmingham 1 + 1

AP Scores

(2023)
Number of students took AP test
337
Number of tests taken
691
54%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

Academics

AP

(16)
Biology
Physics 1
European History
Chemistry
Computer Science A
Computer Science Principles
Biology
Physics 1
European History
Chemistry
Computer Science A
Computer Science Principles
Macroeconomics
Psychology
United States History
Music Theory
Chinese Language and Culture
Spanish Language and Culture
Calculus AB
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Studio Art: 2-D Design
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IB

(12)
IB English
IB History
IB Psychology
IB Biology
IB Environmental Systems and Societies
IB Analysis and Approaches
IB English
IB History
IB Psychology
IB Biology
IB Environmental Systems and Societies
IB Analysis and Approaches
IB Music
IB Theory of Knowledge
IB English A: Language and Literature
IB Economics
IB Applications and Interpretations
IB Visual Arts
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Sports

(19)
Baseball
Basketball
Bowling
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Dance
Baseball
Basketball
Bowling
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Dance
Equestrain
American Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Skiing
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(1)
Art Club，Drama Club，Environmental Club (E Club)，Forensics，Gamers Unplugged，Girls Who Code，Michigan Y

Arts

(12)
Production
Art History
Ceramics
Digital Photography
Drawing
Painting
Production
Art History
Ceramics
Digital Photography
Drawing
Painting
Photography
Portfolio
Studio Art
Architecture
Art
Writing
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Contact Info

http://www.ndpma.org
1300 Giddings Road, Pontiac, MI 48340
248-373-5300
admissions@ndpma.org
Michigan

Basic Info

Co-ed
Day S. Grades: PreK-12
Suburban
Year Founded: 1994
Religious Affiliation: school.Catholic

Application Info

Deadline: Rolling

Frequently Ask Questions about Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy

Tell me a bit about Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy.
Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy is Co-ed private day school located in Michigan, US. It was founded 1994 , and currently has about 1043 students, 1.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.ndpma.org.
Does Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy have rigorous academic requirements?
Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy is offering 16 AP courses.

Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy also have 75% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy students typically go for their colleges?
In 2023, some students attended Northwestern University, University of Notre Dame, Georgetown University, University of Michigan and Boston College.
What is the application requirement for Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the latest tuition for Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy’s Co-ed student?
The total fee for Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy in 2024 is $20,700 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@ndpma.org .
Where is Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy located?
Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy is located in the State of Michigan of USA. The closest major city is Detroit, which is about 24 miles away from school. Most families can choose Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy is within top 2000 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy has been favorited by 1 users.
How to start with an application with Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy’s official site: http://www.ndpma.org or call them at 248-373-5300.
Please share a few nearby schools that are close to Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy?
Yes, here are few: Oakland Christian School, International Academy and The Roeper School.

The closest major city is Detroit. You can find out more schools near Detroit here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy?
The overall rating for Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy is B-.

The section ratings of Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy are:
B for Matriculation
B+ for Academics
A for Extracurriculum
B for Community

Nearby City

Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, the largest city in Michigan, is renowned for its deep ties to the auto industry, earning it the nickname "Motor City." The Detroit Institute of Arts features Diego Rivera’s iconic Detroit Industry Murals, highlighting the city's industrial legacy. Detroit is also the birthplace of Motown Records, with its original headquarters, Hitsville U.S.A., showcasing the legendary label’s history. Known for its rich cultural and musical heritage, Detroit continues to play a significant role in the arts and innovation, making it a dynamic and evolving metropolis.
Population (2022) 912,062
Cost of Living Higher than average 5%
Nearby Airport Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

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