Very Good
#100 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 26% of private schools
Nativity School of Worcester
Middle School
67 LINCOLN ST, Worcester, MA 01605
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#100 of 388
In Worcester
#4 of 10
public schools
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Nativity School of Worcester
Middle School in Worcester · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Nativity School of Worcester
Nativity School of Worcester is a private middle school in Worcester, MA. Nativity School of Worcester serves approximately 61 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 4.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Nativity School of Worcester has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #100 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 61 students, Nativity School of Worcester 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 4.4:1 students to teachers, Nativity School of Worcester sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Nativity School of Worcester 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 School of Worcester compares to 41 public schools serving similar grades in Worcester, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Nativity School of Worcester (this school) | 7.2 |
| Belmont Street Community | 6.4 |
| City View | 4.6 |
| Elm Park Community | 4.9 |
| Francis J McGrath Elementary | 4.2 |
| Chandler Elementary Community | 3.5 |
| Wawecus Road School | 4.0 |
| Grafton Street | 5.2 |
| Forest Grove Middle | 5.6 |
| Jacob Hiatt Magnet | 4.5 |
| Midland Street | 4.5 |
| Burncoat Middle School | 6.6 |
| Learning First Charter Public School | 5.0 |
| Union Hill School | 2.4 |
| Worcester East Middle | 5.7 |
| Claremont Academy | 4.9 |
| Woodland Academy | 4.6 |
| Nelson Place | 7.1 |
| Flagg Street | 7.9 |
| Lake View | 8.2 |
| Thorndyke Road | 4.8 |
Showing 20 of 41 schools. View all schools in Worcester
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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
67 LINCOLN ST, Worcester, MA 01605
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nativity School of Worcester may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Burncoat Middle School (rated 6.6/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Worcester East Middle (rated 5.7/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Forest Grove Middle (rated 5.6/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Worcester, see our Worcester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ma Academy for Math and Science School Worcester | 0.2 mi | 9.0 |
| VENERINI ACADEMY Worcester | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Belmont Street Community Worcester | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| City View Worcester | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Elm Park Community Worcester | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Wawecus Road School Worcester | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Worcester Technical High Worcester | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Francis J McGrath Elementary Worcester | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Grafton Street Worcester | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Chandler Elementary Community Worcester | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Head Start Worcester | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Forest Grove Middle Worcester | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Jacob Hiatt Magnet Worcester | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| WORCESTER ACADEMY Worcester | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Learning First Charter Public School Worcester | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Burncoat Middle School Worcester | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Union Hill School Worcester | 1.6 mi | 2.4 |
| Doherty Memorial High Worcester | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Burncoat Senior High Worcester | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Worcester East Middle Worcester | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,805
Median Home Value
$349,800
Median Rent
$1,362/mo
Population
31,086
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
31.3%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
23.3%
Median Age
32
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NATIVITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Jamaica Plain, MA | 7.3 |
| NATIVITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL NEW BEDFORD New Bedford, MA | 7.0 |
| SAINT PAUL'S CHOIR SCHOOL Cambridge, MA | 7.8 |
| OUR SISTERS' SCHOOL New Bedford, MA | 7.9 |
| ESPERANZA ACADEMY Lawrence, MA | 5.9 |
| SPARHAWK ACADEMY Mills, MA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nativity School of Worcester
What grades does Nativity School of Worcester serve?
Nativity School of Worcester serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Nativity School of Worcester?
Nativity School of Worcester has an enrollment of approximately 61 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nativity School of Worcester?
The student-teacher ratio at Nativity School of Worcester is 4.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Nativity School of Worcester rank in MA?
Nativity School of Worcester ranks #100 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Nativity School of Worcester's MySchoolScout rating?
Nativity School of Worcester has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Nativity School of Worcester a private school?
Yes, Nativity School of Worcester 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 School of Worcester a religious school?
Nativity School of Worcester has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 61
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 195 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Worcester County
- Phone
- (508) 799-0100
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