Nativity School in Torrance, CA serves co–ed students from kindergarten through 8th grade with an enrollment of 283 in a midsize city setting.
Founded in 1948, this California K–8 private school has a Catholic religious affiliation and operates within the Old Torrance neighborhood.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 24:1 with 12 teachers, 78% of whom hold advanced degrees.
Annual tuition is $4,200, placing Nativity School among the more affordable private schools in the Los Angeles area.
Nativity School offers summer school programs and has a diverse student body with nearly 88% of students representing students of color.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,200
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Nativity School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Student Body
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1948
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
283 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
88%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
78%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition reduction plan in effect for active members of Nativity Parish.
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Academic DecathlonJunior Choir
Photography ClubSchool Newspaper
Senior ChoirStudent Council
Yearbook
School Notes
- Nativity employs a teacher's aide in each primary classroom (Kindergarten through Third Grade) and a junior high aide. A full-time technology coordinator supervises the school's two computer labs.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Nativity School cost?
Nativity School's tuition is approximately $4,200 for private students.
What sports does Nativity School offer?
Nativity School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Football, Softball and Volleyball.
What is Nativity School's ranking?
Nativity School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Least expensive tuition, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Nativity School?
The application deadline for Nativity School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Nativity School located?
Nativity School is located in the Old Torrance neighborhood of Torrance, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in Old Torrance.
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