Very Good
#90 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 23% of private schools
Nativity Preparatory School
Middle School
39 LAMARTINE ST, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Enrollment
72
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
72
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
4th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#90 of 388
In Jamaica Plain
#1 of 2
public schools
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Nativity Preparatory School
Middle School in Jamaica Plain · grades 4th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Nativity Preparatory School
Nativity Preparatory School is a private middle school in Jamaica Plain, MA. Nativity Preparatory School serves approximately 72 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 4.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Nativity Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #90 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 72 students, Nativity Preparatory 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.
At 4.6:1 students to teachers, Nativity Preparatory School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Nativity Preparatory 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 Preparatory School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Jamaica Plain, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Nativity Preparatory School (this school) | 7.3 |
| Kennedy John F Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Hennigan K-8 School | 4.0 |
| Curley K-8 School | 8.3 |
| English High School | 4.6 |
| Manning Elementary School | 9.6 |
| Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot | 5.2 |
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 MA.
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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 MA
Test Scores
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
39 LAMARTINE ST, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nativity Preparatory School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mendell Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Roxbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is Curley K-8 School (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MANVILLE SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Roxbury Crossing), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jamaica Plain, see our Jamaica Plain schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kennedy John F Elementary School Jamaica Plain | 0.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Mendell Elementary School Roxbury | 0.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Hennigan K-8 School Jamaica Plain | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| West Zone Early Learning Center Jamaica Plain | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Roxbury Preparatory Charter School Roxbury | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Greater Egleston High School Roxbury | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Hernandez K-8 School Roxbury | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| MERIDIAN ACADEMY Jamaica Plain | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Fenway High School Roxbury | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Ellis Elementary School Roxbury | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Higginson Inclusion K-2 School Roxbury | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| PAIGE ACADEMY Roxbury | 0.7 mi | — |
| Hale Elementary School Roxbury | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Curley K-8 School Jamaica Plain | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Tobin K-8 School Roxbury | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| MANVILLE SCHOOL Roxbury Crossing | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| MALIK ACADEMY Roxbury Crossing | 0.8 mi | — |
| Community Academy Jamaica Plain | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers (Horace Mann Boston | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| City on a Hill Charter Public School Roxbury | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,533
Median Home Value
$763,700
Median Rent
$2,434/mo
Population
41,109
College Educated
72.6%
Homeownership
45.6%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NATIVITY SCHOOL OF WORCESTER Worcester, MA | 7.2 |
| NATIVITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL NEW BEDFORD New Bedford, MA | 7.0 |
| OUR SISTERS' SCHOOL New Bedford, MA | 7.9 |
| ESPERANZA ACADEMY Lawrence, MA | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nativity Preparatory School
What grades does Nativity Preparatory School serve?
Nativity Preparatory School serves students in grades 4th through 8th.
How many students attend Nativity Preparatory School?
Nativity Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 72 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nativity Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at Nativity Preparatory School is 4.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Nativity Preparatory School rank in MA?
Nativity Preparatory School ranks #90 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Nativity Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
Nativity Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Nativity Preparatory School a private school?
Yes, Nativity Preparatory School is a private all-boys 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 Preparatory School a religious school?
Nativity Preparatory School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 4th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 72
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Phone
- (857) 728-0031
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