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

96%

2- or 4-year College Graduation Rate

79%

Graduate Support Program Participants

179

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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A huge thank you to YMCA of Greater Rochester Camp Arrowhead for hosting our second annual 7th grade retreat! Our students had an incredible experience filled with team bonding, leadership opportunities, reflection, and unforgettable memories. We are so grateful for your hospitality and the positive impact you made on our students. Thank you for helping create such a meaningful experience for our 7th graders!

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Big congratulations to London on this exciting next chapter! 🎓

This fall, London will be continuing her journey at Bishop Kearney High School! Your hard work, growth, and dedication have brought you to this moment, and we are so proud of all you’ve accomplished at Nativity.
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Big congratulations to London on this exciting next chapter! 🎓

This fall, London will be continuing her journey at Bishop Kearney High School! Your hard work, growth, and dedication have brought you to this moment, and we are so proud of all you’ve accomplished at Nativity.Image attachment

Diamond, Nativity Alum Class of '12, often shares how lucky she feels to have received so many special things from Nativity Prep — guidance, encouragement, confidence, mentorship, and a community that believed in her.

Those experiences helped shape how she navigates the world today.
At Nativity Prep, students gain more than an education. They gain the tools, support, and belief they need to thrive long after they leave our halls.

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