Values-Based Holistic Education

A Tuition-free middle school

See What Makes Nativity Special

Our Mission

Nativity Preparatory Academy is Rochester’s only tuition-free Catholic middle school serving students of all faiths. Strong academics coupled with the values of spirituality, morality, and personal responsibility create an environment where underserved students can transform their lives.

Nativity Prep By The Numbers

Students in an Average Classroom

15

High School Graduation Rate

97%

2- or 4-year College Graduation Rate

79%

Graduate Support Program Participants

163

President’s Message

Belong, Believe, Become!

James C. Smith

Dear Friends, The halls of Nativity Preparatory Academy are once again filled with energy, laughter, and promise as we begin a new school year. At Nativity, each school year is more than just a return to...

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Come one, come all!

Join us for Nativity Preparatory Academy’s Annual Donor Appreciation Breakfast on Friday, October 17th (8:30–10:00 a.m.).

It’s one of our favorite mornings of the year — a time to celebrate the generosity, faith, and love that make our mission possible.

Nativity Preparatory Academy
October 17, 8:30–10:00 a.m.

Register here:
secure.qgiv.com/for/nativitygraduation/event/nativity2025thankyoubreakfast/

View this special invitation from our students
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#NativityPrep #BelongBelieveBecome
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3 days ago

Ms. DiFabio’s 5th grade class has been working on creating green machines with a working conductor and circuit 🤖 ... See MoreSee Less

4 days ago

Calling all Nativity Prep Alum: You're Invited! Bring your study materials, papers, projects, and other Nativity friends for our first alumni study bru#nativityprepyprep ... See MoreSee Less

2 weeks ago

Calling all Nativity Prep Alum: Youre Invited! Bring your study materials, papers, projects, and other Nativity friends for our first alumni study brunch. #nativityprep
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