Below Average
#272 of 319 private schools in MN
Nativity of Our Lord School
Elementary School
1900 STANFORD AVE, Saint Paul, MN 55105
Enrollment
686
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
686
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#272 of 319
In Saint Paul
#13 of 13
public schools
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Nativity of Our Lord School
Elementary School in Saint Paul · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Nativity of Our Lord School
Nativity of Our Lord School is a private elementary school in Saint Paul, MN. Nativity of Our Lord School serves approximately 686 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Nativity of Our Lord School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #272 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Nativity of Our Lord 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 of Our Lord School compares to 124 public schools serving similar grades in Saint Paul, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Nativity of Our Lord School (this school) | 4.8 |
| GROVELAND PARK ELEMENTARY | 7.0 |
| Hidden River Middle School | 5.3 |
| HORACE MANN SCHOOL | 8.4 |
| LAURA JEFFREY ACADEMY CHARTER | 7.6 |
| EXPO FOR EXCELLENCE ELEMENTARY SCH | 7.1 |
| RANDOLPH HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY | 8.3 |
| FOUR SEASONS ELEMENTARY | 2.9 |
| Early Education Four Seasons | — |
| HIGHLAND PARK ELEMENTARY | 4.6 |
| Early Ed Highland | — |
| Urban Academy | 8.2 |
| HIGHLAND PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.6 |
| HGA Elementary | 5.8 |
| Sejong Academy Upper School | 6.7 |
| Sejong Academy Lower School | 6.2 |
| Global Arts Plus Lower | 4.5 |
| ADAMS MAGNET ELEMENTARY | 5.3 |
| JIE MING MANDARIN IMMERSION ACADEMY | 9.2 |
| JJ HILL MONTESSORI | 4.5 |
| GORDON PARKS HIGH SCHOOL | 5.9 |
Showing 20 of 124 schools. View all schools in Saint Paul
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 MN.
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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 MN
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
1900 STANFORD AVE, Saint Paul, MN 55105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nativity of Our Lord School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HORACE MANN SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Urban Academy (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HIGHLAND CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saint Paul, see our Saint Paul schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GROVELAND PARK ELEMENTARY Saint Paul | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| ST CATHERINE UNIVERSITY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Saint Paul | 0.6 mi | — |
| HORACE MANN SCHOOL Saint Paul | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Hidden River Middle School Saint Paul | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| JEAN LYLE'S CHILDRENS CENTER Saint Paul | 0.9 mi | — |
| LUBAVITCH CHEDER DAY SCHOOL Saint Paul | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| HIGHLAND CATHOLIC SCHOOL Saint Paul | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| HIGHLAND PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Saint Paul | 1.0 mi | — |
| LAURA JEFFREY ACADEMY CHARTER Saint Paul | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| SUNNY HOLLOW MONTESSORI Saint Paul | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| FOUR SEASONS ELEMENTARY Saint Paul | 1.3 mi | 2.9 |
| Early Education Four Seasons Saint Paul | 1.3 mi | — |
| EXPO FOR EXCELLENCE ELEMENTARY SCH Saint Paul | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| HIGHLAND PARK ELEMENTARY Saint Paul | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Early Ed Highland Saint Paul | 1.3 mi | — |
| HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL Saint Paul | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ST. PAUL AT MERRIAM PARK Saint Paul | 1.3 mi | — |
| Urban Academy Saint Paul | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| DOWLING ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| HIGHLAND PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Saint Paul | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,200
Median Home Value
$453,300
Median Rent
$1,240/mo
Population
27,470
College Educated
78%
Homeownership
67.3%
Avg Commute
18.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
34.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nativity of Our Lord School
What grades does Nativity of Our Lord School serve?
Nativity of Our Lord School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Nativity of Our Lord School?
Nativity of Our Lord School has an enrollment of approximately 686 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nativity of Our Lord School?
The student-teacher ratio at Nativity of Our Lord School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Nativity of Our Lord School rank in MN?
Nativity of Our Lord School ranks #272 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is Nativity of Our Lord School's MySchoolScout rating?
Nativity of Our Lord School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Nativity of Our Lord School a private school?
Yes, Nativity of Our Lord 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 of Our Lord School a religious school?
Nativity of Our Lord School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 686
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Ramsey County
- Phone
- (651) 699-1311
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