Our Nativity B.V.M. School Family cooperates in preparing the whole child to live in a multicultural world.
As a Catholic School, we encourage our students to live the Gospel values of Jesus Christ.
To develop and maintain a high quality, faith-based, value-centered environment for the youth of Nativity B.V.M. School through superior educational programs, ongoing faculty development, as well as church and community involvement.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Nativity Bvm Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Year Founded
1927
Student Body
Total Students
101 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Nativity Bvm Elementary School?
The application deadline for Nativity Bvm Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Nativity Bvm Elementary School located?
Nativity Bvm Elementary School is located in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 3 other private schools located in Chicago Lawn.
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