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St. Mary Nativity School

702 N Broadway Street
Joliet, IL 60435

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Tel: (815) 722-8518

www.stmarynativity.org

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St. Mary Nativity School believes in the importance of teaching children the Gospel message of Christ.

We help instill strong religious values in our students that will have a positive impact on their morals and values and guide them for the rest of their lives.

Like all schools, St. Mary Nativity focuses on providing a sound educational programthat offers children the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills they need to pursue future educational and career goals.

But as a Catholic elementary school, we offer something more: a christ centered environment where every aspect of school life -- from the classroom to the playground to extracurricular activities -- is conducted in the context of a Christian point of view.

Christ is at the heart of everything we do. We believe this religious dimension of education, coupled with a strong academic program, prepares children to meet all of life's challenges.

By working together as a community St. Mary Nativity School provides children with an environment where they can grow intellectually, emotionally and spiritually.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 170 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

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Student Body

Total Students

170 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

90%

State avg.: 34%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

10 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

17:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

School Notes

School Motto: Deeply Committed. Christ at Heart.

St. Mary Nativity School believes in the importance of teaching children the Gospel message of Christ. We help instill strong religious values in our students that will have a positive impact on their morals and values and guide them for the rest of their lives. Like all schools, St. Mary Nativity focuses on providing a sound educational programthat offers children the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills they need to pursue future educational and career goals. But as a Catholic elementary school, we offer something more: a christ centered environment where every aspect of school life -- from the classroom to the playground to extracurricular activities -- is conducted in the context of a Christian point of view. Christ is at the heart of everything we do. We believe this religious dimension of education, coupled with a strong academic program, prepares children to meet all of life's challenges. By working together as a community St. Mary Nativity School provides children with an environment where they can grow intellectually, emotionally and spiritually.

Source: Verified school update

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When is the application deadline for St. Mary Nativity School?

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

In what neighborhood is St. Mary Nativity School located?

St. Mary Nativity School is located in the St Marys neighborhood of Joliet, IL.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 170 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Will County, IL is $7,135 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Will County, IL is 99% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).