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

Welcome Back!

James C. Smith

As we begin another exciting school year at Nativity Preparatory Academy, I want to extend a warm welcome to all of you. Whether you are returning or joining our school community for the first time, we’re...

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On Tuesday night, 16 incredible 8th graders graduated from Nativity Prep!

It was a beautiful celebration filled with joy, pride, and inspiration—highlighting the accomplishments of our graduates and the continued journeys of our amazing alumni.

As Dr. Seuss once said, "Oh, the places you'll go!" We can’t wait to see all the places our students will go next.

Congratulations, Class of 2025! 🌟
#NativityPrep #InspireAndAchieve #ClassOf2025
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4 days ago

The 13th Annual Billy D’Antonio Summer Classic is coming! ⛳

Join us Saturday, August 2nd at Shadow Lake Golf Club as we honor Billy’s incredible legacy of friendship, service, and community.

We’re now seeking sponsors for this year’s event—and we’d love to have your support!

Thanks to generous donors like you, Billy D. Golf has raised over $615,000 to date—funds that directly support scholarships and programs at Nativity Prep Academy.

Check out our sponsorship packages—including last year’s hit, the Billy D. Bundles, which offer the best value and visibility for your support!

Visit: nativityrochester.org/about us/news and events to sign up today.

Explore sponsorships or reach out with questions: [email protected]

Your support means the world—to us, to Nativity, and most importantly, to the students whose futures you’re helping to shape.

Let’s make this the best year yet!
#BillyDGolf #NativityPrep #InspireAndAchieve #GolfForGood
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6 days ago

The 13th Annual Billy D’Antonio Summer Classic is coming! ⛳

Join us Saturday, August 2nd at Shadow Lake Golf Club as we honor Billy’s incredible legacy of friendship, service, and community.

We’re now seeking sponsors for this year’s event—and we’d love to have your support!

Thanks to generous donors like you, Billy D. Golf has raised over $615,000 to date—funds that directly support scholarships and programs at Nativity Prep Academy.

Check out our sponsorship packages—including last year’s hit, the Billy D. Bundles, which offer the best value and visibility for your support!

Visit: nativityrochester.org/about us/news and events to sign up today.

Explore sponsorships or reach out with questions: billydantoniogolf@gmail.com

Your support means the world—to us, to Nativity, and most importantly, to the students whose futures you’re helping to shape.

Let’s make this the best year yet!
#BillyDGolf #NativityPrep #InspireAndAchieve #GolfForGood

We’re thrilled to share that Mars Corp. and Shift2 are partnering with Nativity Prep to gift our school a Mars-branded laptop and additional supplies for our Computer Club!

This generous donation not only supports our students’ learning—it also highlights the dynamic, hands-on programming happening here every day.

A huge thank you to Mr. Khan Smith, our Computer Club Captain, for cultivating such an impactful partnership that brings value to our students each day.
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