Nativity B.V.M. High School is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools and by the Department of Education, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Nativity BVM High School is a Catholic Christian community dedicated to meeting and enriching the life needs of its individual students through spiritual direction, quality academics, community service, social responsibility, aesthetic and athletic development preparing its graduates to meet all of life's challenges.
Nativity exemplifies the essence of excellence in academics and affirms the traditional life values of Christianity in Catholic faith.
Nativity accepts students of all races, cultures, creeds, and economic backgrounds and treats them as young adults in whom are instilled a belief in the dignity of each person and appreciation of their diverse ethnic backgrounds.
Non-Catholic students compromise 4% of Nativity's population. Nativity boasts a highly educated and dedicated faculty.
The staff includes one Diocesan priest, and one Daughter of Charity.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,100
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Nativity Bvm High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
Sports offered
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
mild
Year Founded
1954
Colors
Green, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
10 acres
Student Body
Total Students
203 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
85%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
5 courses
Advanced Courses
AP BiologyAP Calculus
AP Language and CompositionAP Literature
AP US History
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
over 85 percent of our students receive some sort of financial aid.
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Jennifer Daubert
Admissions Associate
Amanda Bobella
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Academic TeamArt Club
Interact ClubInternational Club
National Honor SocietyScience National Honor Society
Spanish ClubSTEM
Student Government
Arts and Music Programs:
Drama/Theatre
Recreational Athletic Programs:
CYO Volleyball
School Notes
- School Motto: Education with a Different Spirit
- School Mascot: The Hilltopper
- Nativity BVM High School is a Catholic Christian community dedicated to meeting and enriching the life needs of its individual students through spiritual direction, quality academics, community service, social responsibility, aesthetic and athletic development preparing its graduates to meet all of life's challenges. Nativity boasts a highly educated and dedicated faculty almost half hold mastersdegrees or higher. The faculty includes one Diocesan priest, one Sister ofSt. Joseph, and two Daughters of Charity.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Nativity Bvm High School cost?
Nativity Bvm High School's tuition is approximately $8,100 for private students.
What schools are Nativity Bvm High School often compared to?
Nativity Bvm High School is often viewed alongside schools like Marian Catholic High School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Nativity Bvm High School?
The acceptance rate of Nativity Bvm High School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
What sports does Nativity Bvm High School offer?
Nativity Bvm High School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Winter Track and Wrestling. Nativity Bvm High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for most sports offered.
What is Nativity Bvm High School's ranking?
Nativity Bvm High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Nativity Bvm High School?
The application deadline for Nativity Bvm High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Nativity Bvm High School located?
Nativity Bvm High School is located in the Lawtons Hill neighborhood of Pottsville, PA.
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