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#676 of 873 private schools in PA
Nativity Bvm High School
High School
1 LAWTONS HL, Pottsville, PA 17901
Enrollment
234
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
234
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#676 of 873
In Pottsville
#1 of 2
public schools
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Nativity Bvm High School
High School in Pottsville · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Nativity Bvm High School
Nativity Bvm High School is a private high school in Pottsville, PA. Nativity Bvm High School serves approximately 234 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Nativity Bvm High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #676 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Nativity Bvm High 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 Bvm High School compares to the 4 public schools in Pottsville, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Pottsville
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Nativity Bvm High School (this school) | 5.5 |
| Gillingham Charter School | 6.6 |
| Lengel MS | 4.9 |
| Pottsville Area HS | 5.9 |
| Clarke El Ctr | 4.8 |
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 PA.
Data Unavailable
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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 PA
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
1 LAWTONS HL, Pottsville, PA 17901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nativity Bvm High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Blue Mountain HS (rated 8.1/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Schuylkill Haven), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pottsville Area HS (rated 5.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Schuylkill Haven SHS (rated 5.6/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Schuylkill Haven), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Pottsville, see our Pottsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ASSUMPTION BVM SCHOOL Pottsville | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Gillingham Charter School Pottsville | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| THE PERCEPTION TRAINING CENTER, INC. Pottsville | 1.0 mi | — |
| PERCEPTION TRAINING CENTER Pottsville | 1.0 mi | — |
| Lengel MS Pottsville | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Pottsville Area HS Pottsville | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Saint Clair Area El/MS Saint Clair | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Clarke El Ctr Pottsville | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| ST JOSEPH CENTER FOR SPECIAL LEARNING Pottsville | 1.9 mi | — |
| Schuylkill Technology Centers-South Campus Mar Lin | 3.2 mi | — |
| Schuylkill Haven MS Schuylkill Haven | 4.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Schuylkill Haven El Ctr Schuylkill Haven | 4.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Schuylkill Haven SHS Schuylkill Haven | 4.1 mi | 5.6 |
| ST NICHOLAS SCHOOL Minersville | 3.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Blue Mountain HS Schuylkill Haven | 4.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Minersville Area El Ctr Minersville | 3.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Minersville Area JSHS Minersville | 4.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Early Childhood Edu Ctr Minersville | 4.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Schuylkill Technology Centers-North Campus Frackville | 6.2 mi | — |
| Blue Mountain El West Sch Friedensburg | 6.5 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,632
Median Home Value
$130,600
Median Rent
$819/mo
Population
22,557
College Educated
22.5%
Homeownership
70.8%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
44.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| California Area SHS Coal Center, PA | 5.5 |
| Motivation HS Philadelphia, PA | 5.5 |
| Jamestown Area JSHS Jamestown, PA | 5.6 |
| Mount Union Area SHS Mount Union, PA | 5.4 |
| Sullivan Co JSHS Laporte, PA | 5.6 |
| Blacklick Valley JSHS Nanty Glo, PA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nativity Bvm High School
What grades does Nativity Bvm High School serve?
Nativity Bvm High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Nativity Bvm High School?
Nativity Bvm High School has an enrollment of approximately 234 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nativity Bvm High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Nativity Bvm High School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Nativity Bvm High School rank in PA?
Nativity Bvm High School ranks #676 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Nativity Bvm High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Nativity Bvm High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Nativity Bvm High School a private school?
Yes, Nativity Bvm High 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 Bvm High School a religious school?
Nativity Bvm High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 234
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Schuylkill County
- Phone
- (570) 622-8110
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