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#986 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Nativity Elementary School
Elementary School
1250 LAUREL ST, Menlo Park, CA 94025
Enrollment
183
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
183
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#986 of 1,787
In Menlo Park
#7 of 7
public schools
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Nativity Elementary School
Elementary School in Menlo Park · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Nativity Elementary School
Nativity Elementary School is a private elementary school in Menlo Park, CA. Nativity Elementary School serves approximately 183 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Nativity Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #986 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 183 students, Nativity Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Nativity Elementary School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Nativity Elementary School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Menlo Park, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Nativity Elementary School (this school) | 6.1 |
| Garfield Elementary | 5.7 |
| KIPP Valiant Community Prep | 6.8 |
| Hillview Middle | 9.1 |
| Belle Haven Elementary | 4.7 |
| Oak Knoll Elementary | 9.1 |
| La Entrada Middle | 9.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1250 LAUREL ST, Menlo Park, CA 94025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nativity Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Laurel Elementary (rated 9.7/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Atherton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Encinal Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Atherton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST RAYMOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Menlo Park, see our Menlo Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Nativity Catholic School K-8 Menlo Park | 0.2 mi | — |
| MiaPrep Online High School Menlo Park | 0.3 mi | — |
| LINDAMOOD-BELL LEARNING PROCESSES MENLO PARK Menlo Park | 0.4 mi | — |
| Encinal Elementary Atherton | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Menlo-Atherton High Atherton | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Menlo Atherton | 0.6 mi | — |
| MENLO SCHOOL Atherton | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| ST RAYMOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Menlo Park | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Chesterton Academy of St. James Menlo Park | 0.7 mi | — |
| Laurel Elementary Atherton | 0.8 mi | 9.7 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOLS ATHERTON Atherton | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton Atherton | 1.0 mi | — |
| PENINSULA SCHOOL Menlo Park | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Peninsula School, Ltd Menlo Park | 1.1 mi | — |
| Esther B. Clark School Palo Alto Palo Alto | 1.3 mi | — |
| Sand Hill School Palo Alto | 1.3 mi | — |
| Hillview Middle Menlo Park | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Garfield Elementary Menlo Park | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Packard Children's Hospital/Stanford Palo Alto | 1.6 mi | — |
| Synapse School Menlo Park | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$215,871
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,169/mo
Population
40,230
College Educated
73.2%
Homeownership
59.4%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
38.8
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|---|---|
| Albion Street Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.1 |
| Capay Joint Union Elementary Orland, CA | 6.1 |
| Coliseum Street Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.1 |
| Collegeville Elementary Stockton, CA | 6.1 |
| GOLDEN HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brentwood, CA | 6.1 |
| HEPHATHA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Anaheim, CA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nativity Elementary School
What grades does Nativity Elementary School serve?
Nativity Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Nativity Elementary School?
Nativity Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 183 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nativity Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Nativity Elementary School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Nativity Elementary School rank in CA?
Nativity Elementary School ranks #986 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Nativity Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Nativity Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Nativity Elementary School a private school?
Yes, Nativity Elementary School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Nativity Elementary School a religious school?
Nativity Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 183
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Phone
- (650) 325-7304
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