Durham Nativity School (2026 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 5-8
Enrollment: 61 students
Application Deadline: Apr. 15
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Durham Nativity School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other school association(s)
Southern Association of Independent Schools

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 5-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Durham Nativity School
5	15
6	18
7	13
8	15

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Year Founded

2002

Student Body

Total Students

61 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

98%

State avg.: 24%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

7 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Khaki pants,blue shirt, tie

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Apr. 15

Tuition Notes

Tuition fee but families pay $25.00 activity fee monthly as well as purchase their own uniforms.

Admissions Director

Maura Sullivan

Sports

Total Sports Offered

5 sports

Sports

BasketballGolf

LacrosseSoccer

Track and Field

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

1 extracurricular

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Arts and Music Programs:

Art Classes and Choir

School Notes

Durham Nativity School provides a tuition-free, enriched learning environment and a twelve-year support system for middle school boys who have the ability and commitment to achieve, but not the resources for a quality, independent school education.
We promote a rigorous academic program and nurture the whole child to reach his potential through knowledge, moral values, learning skills, discipline, and character development.
We instill service for others as we build tomorrow`s role models and community leaders.

Durham Nativity School seeks to admit young men and families who value education and are committed to meeting the expectations of our twelve-year program. Our graduates are afforded the opportunity to attend independent, college preparatory high schools and earn a college degree. Students who are successful at DNS enjoy learning, are motivated to succeed in a focused academic environment; and possess honesty, integrity, and self-discipline. The admissions process is designed to identify students and families who will benefit from our specialized instruction and programs.Parents and guardians are expected to support and reinforce the core values and best practices of the Durham Nativity School. Parental involvement and commitment to the educational process produces a successful and more complete child.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Durham Nativity School offer?

Durham Nativity School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer and Track and Field.

When is the application deadline for Durham Nativity School?

The application deadline for Durham Nativity School is Apr. 15.

In what neighborhood is Durham Nativity School located?

Durham Nativity School is located in the Old North Durham neighborhood of Durham, NC.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Durham, NC is $17,894 for elementary schools and $22,601 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Durham, NC is 68% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).