Very Good
#168 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 17% of private schools
Nativity Preparatory Academy
Middle School
15 WHALIN ST, Rochester, NY 14620
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#168 of 992
In Rochester
#7 of 30
public schools
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About Nativity Preparatory Academy
Nativity Preparatory Academy is a private middle school in Rochester, NY. Nativity Preparatory Academy serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Nativity Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #168 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 51 students, Nativity Preparatory Academy 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 7.7:1 students to teachers, Nativity Preparatory Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Nativity Preparatory Academy 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 Academy compares to 77 public schools serving similar grades in Rochester, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Nativity Preparatory Academy (this school) | 7.4 |
| MONROE LOWER SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| ANNA MURRAY-DOUGLASS ACADEMY | 3.3 |
| DR. ALICE HOLLOWAY YOUNG SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE | 3.3 |
| SCHOOL 35-PINNACLE | 3.3 |
| GENESEE COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL | 5.2 |
| SCHOOL 2-CLARA BARTON | 3.3 |
| SCHOOL 23-FRANCIS PARKER | 4.1 |
| SCHOOL 58-WORLD OF INQUIRY SCHOOL | 4.5 |
| SCHOOL 19-DR CHARLES T LUNSFORD | 2.9 |
| SCHOOL OF THE ARTS | 5.3 |
| SCHOOL 4-GEORGE MATHER FORBES | 4.4 |
| JOSEPH C WILSON FOUNDATION ACADEMY | 4.1 |
| SCHOOL 9-DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR | 3.4 |
| SCHOOL 5-JOHN WILLIAMS | 3.3 |
| SCHOOL 53 MONTESSORI ACADEMY | 5.4 |
| SCHOOL 25-NATHANIEL HAWTHORNE | 3.0 |
| SCHOOL 29-ADLAI E STEVENSON | 3.9 |
| ROCHESTER ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| SCHOOL 17-ENRICO FERMI | 3.8 |
| SCHOOL 22-LINCOLN SCHOOL | 4.6 |
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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 NY.
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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 NY
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
15 WHALIN ST, Rochester, NY 14620
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nativity Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MONROE LOWER SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, DR. ALICE HOLLOWAY YOUNG SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE (rated 3.3/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14620 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,525
Median Home Value
$197,700
Median Rent
$1,193/mo
Population
22,866
College Educated
56.4%
Homeownership
28.7%
Avg Commute
16.9 min
Poverty Rate
19.2%
Median Age
33.8
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| THE STERLING SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.2 |
| ST CATHERINE'S CTR FOR CHILDREN R & E MAY SCHOOL Albany, NY | 6.6 |
| SAN MIGUEL ACADEMY OF NEWBURGH Newburgh, NY | 6.4 |
| NATIVITYMIGUEL MIDDLE SCHOOL, ST MONICA CAMPUS Buffalo, NY | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nativity Preparatory Academy
What grades does Nativity Preparatory Academy serve?
Nativity Preparatory Academy serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Nativity Preparatory Academy?
Nativity Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nativity Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Nativity Preparatory Academy is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Nativity Preparatory Academy rank in NY?
Nativity Preparatory Academy ranks #168 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Nativity Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Nativity Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Academy a private school?
Yes, Nativity Preparatory Academy 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 Preparatory Academy a religious school?
Nativity Preparatory Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 51
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 8.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monroe County
- Phone
- (585) 271-1630
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