Seattle Nativity School
Seattle Nativity School is an independent, Catholic (category 2) middle school in the Archdiocese of Seattle, serving students in grades 6-8 who qualify for the National School Lunch Program for free and reduced lunches based on income status.
As a co-educational institution serving 15-20 students per grade, students receive group(class) and individualized instruction based on performance levels.
Our mission is aligned with Catholic identity standards and the Jesuit charism of social justice, pursuing collaboration and companionship with our families and community partners.
Admission is not limited to Catholics or Christians. Seattle Nativity School's commitment is to helping under-served students close the widening achievement gap in Central and South Seattle.
Quick Stats (2021-22)
- Grades: 6-8
- Students: 104 students
- Yearly Tuition: $20
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Rankings
Seattle Nativity School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Year Founded
2012
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Cost
$1
Summer Program Cost Notes
Summer Academy is a 3-week program for incoming 6th-grade students. Space is limited and student attendance, behavior, and commitment is evaluated for admission in 6th grade. Summer School is required for rising 7th and 8th grade students and is 3-weeks.
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
104 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(Specified Uniform: Khaki pants, plaid skirt, light blue oxford blouse/shirt, navy sweaters)
(Specified Uniform: Khaki pants, plaid skirt, light blue oxford blouse/shirt, navy sweaters)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
We are a tuition-free middle school serving students who qualify for the National School Lunch Program (free and reduced lunch).
% on Financial Aid
99%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$20,000
Admissions Director
Bei Bernal
Admissions Associate
Judy Shafer
Endowment Size
$0.35 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Robotics Club, Speech Team
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Class, Music class
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Outdoor Survival
Robotics Club, Speech Team
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Class, Music class
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Outdoor Survival
School Notes
- Seattle Nativity School is tuition-free for all students
- 95% of our students qualify for the National School Lunch Program (free and reduced)
- Student-Teacher ratio: 9/1
- Daily attendance rate: 97%
- Nativity students demonstrate 2-years of academic growth in 1-year (school year)
- Meals include: breakfast, lunch and snacks
- Instructional hours are 130% of the Washington State Average
- 92% acceptance to college-preparatory, private high schools
- Our mission is to break the cycle of poverty through a college-preparatory education that nourishes souls and ignites leaders for love and service
- Our Graduate Support Program provides support through high school and college years with the goal of helping students find a career path aligned with their gifts and talents
- We are a Jesuit-endorsed, STEM middle school, however, accepting students from all faiths
- We are members of the national NativtyMiguel Coalition of schools, practicing the same mission effectiveness tenets
Profile last updated: 08/19/2021
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Seattle Nativity School is Derech Emunah (0.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Edward School (0.0 miles away)
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St. Edward School
(Roman Catholic)
Grades: PK-8 | 151 students - miles 4200 S Mead St
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 725-1774
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 725-1774
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PK-8
151
Torah Day School of Seattle
(Jewish)
Grades: PK-8 | 109 students 0.3 miles 1625 S Columbian Way
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 722-1200
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 722-1200
0.3
PK-8
109
Derech Emunah
All-girls (Jewish)
Grades: 9-12 | 25 students 0.8 miles 5145 S Morgan Street Seattle
Seattle, WA 98118
(888) 944-1043
Seattle, WA 98118
(888) 944-1043
0.8
9-12
25
Derech Emunah Dba Seattle Jewish Girls High School
All-girls (Jewish)
Grades: 9-12 | 25 students 0.8 miles 5142 S Holly St
Seattle, WA 98118
(888) 944-1043
Seattle, WA 98118
(888) 944-1043
0.8
9-12
25
Grades: PK-5 | 69 students 1.7 miles 3201 Hunter Blvd South
Seattle, WA 98144
(206) 721-3480
Seattle, WA 98144
(206) 721-3480
1.7
PK-5
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