Nativity School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked OH School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 389 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,300
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: May. 15
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Nativity School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Nativity School
Kind	47
1	44
2	45
3	44
4	35
5	44
6	51
7	44
8	35

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Year Founded

1921

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Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2005

Student Body

Total Students

389 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

19%

State avg.: 25%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

25 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

22 students

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

May. 15

Yearly Tuition Cost

$5,300

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Tuition Notes

Visit www.nativity-cincinnati.org for more information on Tuition

Admissions Director

Nancy Ciarniello

Admissions Associate

Rudy Gruenke

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

7 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

FootballSoccer

SoftballTrack and Field

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Math ClubRobotics Club

Student Serving Others

Arts and Music Programs:

BandVariety Show

School Notes

The mission of Nativity School is to provide your child a solid academic education with a global perspective in which the arts and technology are integrated into the curriculum all rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Your child's religious education is the fundamental reason Nativity School exists.
Traditional truths of the Catholic faith, values rooted in the Gospel of Jesus, and moral principals grounded in Christian social justice essentially define who we are.
Our religious values are reflected in the way subjects are taught, the way your child will be treated, and the way you as parents will be incorporated in our endeavors.
The spirit of prayer, service, and a personal relationship with Jesus for your child are fostered at Nativity.

Nativity has partner schools in China, Finland and Germany. The student exchange program is an integral part of the Nativity Experience.
Membership in International School-to-School Experience provides opportunities to partner with schools around the world. Since 1980 we have exchanged student delegations with schools in India, Malaysia, Australia, New Zealand, Ecuador, Argentina, Costa Rica, Honduras, Mexico, Jamaica, Bermuda, Ireland, France, Ukraine, Germany, Hungary, and Finland.
We will send student delegations to China and France in March and welcome guests from China and France in April / May.
Nativity is a member of the International Education and Resource Network.
Students in Grades K-5 study Spanish. In Grade 6 students choose to study Spanish or Latin, or to learn French, German or Chinese online.
Nativity is a member of the Greater Cincinnati International Hall of Fame.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Nativity School cost?

Nativity School's tuition is approximately $5,300 for private students.

What sports does Nativity School offer?

Nativity School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Football, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Nativity School's ranking?

Nativity School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Nativity School?

The application deadline for Nativity School is May. 15.

In what neighborhood is Nativity School located?

Nativity School is located in the Pleasant Ridge neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH.

School Reviews

5 5/21/2016

We absolutely love Nativity School. It is a welcoming, nurturing place for children. The curriculum is challenging, the staff is superior and our kids really enjoy the global emphasis. Our children get to meet children from other countries and learn about their culture at least once per year. The community of families is truly one of a kind. We highly recommend Nativity School and Parish!

- Posted by Parent - janet

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The average private school tuition in Cincinnati, OH is $8,487 for elementary schools and $17,834 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Cincinnati, OH is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).