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Nativity Of Mary School

10021 E 36th Ter S
Independence, MO 64052

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Tel: (816) 353-0284

www.nativityofmary.org

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We, the faculty, staff and administration of Nativity of Mary School, believe that parents have both the obligation and the right to educate their children.

Parents are the first teachers of their children and must be recognized as such.

We believe that Christian values are the framework from which a successful education program flows.

This included a strong emphasis on spirituality by offering experiences of Christ, Church and Christian service.

In striving for excellence in education, our school will develop a child's fullest academic, spiritual, emotional and physical potential.

Each person perceives and internalizes in a unique style and time frame. Interaction with others develops life skills using honesty, respect and acceptance.

We believe each child needs to become responsible for their own social and academic behavior.

These elements are critical for the foundation of life-long learning.

We believe education is about loving, giving, caring, serving and knowing. Education is about striving to be the best one can be, yet being reasonable in that pursuit.

As educators, we nurture a child's natural curiosity and thirst for knowledge, promoting lifelong learning and responsiblity.

We, as educators of Nativity of Mary School, dedicate ourselves to working with God, parents, students parishoners and community members in living out this our philosophy.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 179 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
State or regional independent school association

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Year Founded

1955

Student Body

Total Students

179 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

23%

State avg.: 20%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

9 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

20:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

FootballVolleyball

School Notes

We, the faculty, staff and administration of Nativity of Mary School, believe that parents have both the obligation and the right to educate their children. Parents are the first teachers of their children and must be recognized as such. We believe that Christian values are the framework from which a successful education program flows. This included a strong emphasis on spirituality by offering experiences of Christ, Church and Christian service. In striving for excellence in education, our school will develop a child's fullest academic, spiritual, emotional and physical potential. Each person perceives and internalizes in a unique style and time frame. Interaction with others develops life skills using honesty, respect and acceptance. We believe each child needs to become responsible for their own social and academic behavior. These elements are critical for the foundation of life-long learning. We believe education is about loving, giving, caring, serving and knowing. Education is about striving to be the best one can be, yet being reasonable in that pursuit. As educators, we nurture a child's natural curiosity and thirst for knowledge, promoting lifelong learning and responsiblity. We, as educators of Nativity of Mary School, dedicate ourselves to working with God, parents, students parishoners and community members in living out this our philosophy.

Source: Verified school update

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What sports does Nativity Of Mary School offer?

Nativity Of Mary School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Football and Volleyball.

When is the application deadline for Nativity Of Mary School?

The application deadline for Nativity Of Mary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 179 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Jackson County, MO is $14,644 for elementary schools and $18,076 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Jackson County, MO is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).