Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Nativity School
About the School
- Nativity Catholic School opened in 1925 in a two-story brick building that is still the main school building.
- Nativity Catholic School is an integral part of the mission of Nativity Parish and stands as a beacon of hope to the Vermont community.
- Through facilitation of learning in a peaceful, Catholic community environment, educators at Nativity School strive to establish conditions that foster the religious, academic, aesthetic, social, and physical growth of students.
- By example, support, and action, the Nativity staff encourages students to appreciate the value of education and life-long learning.
- Students are given tools to fulfill their potential as responsible, participating members of family, of the Church, and of society.
- By learning Catholic teachings and practices, students grow in understanding the importance of being faithful to commitments and of service to others.
- The Nativity staff affirms the interrelationship of the school, home, and Church, recognizing that parents are the primary educators of the children served.
- The mission of Nativity School is to challenge students to realize their potential by providing a quality Catholic education for youngsters regardless of their family's economic level and by fostering students' appreciation of continued education.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Nativity School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Body
School History
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
346 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 52%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
35:1
National avg.:
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$2000.00
Application URL
School Notes
- Nativity Catholic School opened in 1925 in a two-story brick building that is still the main school building. Nativity Catholic School is an integral part of the mission of Nativity Parish and stands as a beacon of hope to the Vermont community. Through facilitation of learning in a peaceful, Catholic community environment, educators at Nativity School strive to establish conditions that foster the religious, academic, aesthetic, social, and physical growth of students. By example, support, and action, the Nativity staff encourages students to appreciate the value of education and life-long learning. Students are given tools to fulfill their potential as responsible, participating members of family, of the Church, and of society. By learning Catholic teachings and practices, students grow in understanding the importance of being faithful to commitments and of service to others. The Nativity staff affirms the interrelationship of the school, home, and Church, recognizing that parents are the primary educators of the children served. The mission of Nativity School is to challenge students to realize their potential by providing a quality Catholic education for youngsters regardless of their family's economic level and by fostering students' appreciation of continued education.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nativity School's ranking?
Nativity School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Nativity School?
The application deadline for Nativity School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Nativity School located?
Nativity School is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 49 other private schools located in South Los Angeles.
Nearby ÌÇÐÄÔ´´s
The nearest high school to Nativity School is Little Citizens Westside Academy - Western Ave (1.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Normandie Christian School Of Los Angeles (0.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Raphael Elementary School (1.0 miles away)
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Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: K-5 | 50 students
Church of Christ
6306 S Normandie Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90044
(323) 752-3122
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 279 students
Catholic
924 W 70th St
Los Angeles, CA 90044
(323) 751-2774
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: K-8 | 204 students
Avg. class size: 32 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 2
Catholic
145 W 64th St
Los Angeles, CA 90003
(323) 758-2284
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: K-8 | 208 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 2
Catholic
4224 S Normandie Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90037
(323) 293-4266
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: 6-12 | 66 students
Special Education School
4256 S Western Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90062
(323) 293-9775
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: 6-12 | 66 students
Special Education School
4256 S Western Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90062
(323) 293-9775
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: 3-10 | 8 students
Special Education School
2900 W Vernon Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90008
(323) 298-1165
Distance: 2.7 mi
Gr: K-12 | 50 students
Christian
631 E Adams Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(213) 746-5274
Distance: 2.7 mi
Gr: K-12 | 116 students
Islamic
8936 S Western Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90047
(510) 301-3027
Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: K-5 | 50 students
Church of Christ
6306 S Normandie Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90044
(323) 752-3122
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 279 students
Catholic
924 W 70th St
Los Angeles, CA 90044
(323) 751-2774
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: K-8 | 204 students
Avg. class size: 32 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 2
Catholic
145 W 64th St
Los Angeles, CA 90003
(323) 758-2284
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: K-8 | 208 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 2
Catholic
4224 S Normandie Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90037
(323) 293-4266
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: 6-12 | 66 students
Special Education School
4256 S Western Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90062
(323) 293-9775
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 279 students
Catholic
924 W 70th St
Los Angeles, CA 90044
(323) 751-2774
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: PK-1 | 51 students
2069 W Slauson Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90047
(323) 299-7100
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: PK-3 | 72 students
1902 W Florence Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90047
(323) 751-3906
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: PK-1 | 60 students
Daycare / Preschool
1718 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90062
(323) 294-1444
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(Math: 5% | Reading: 20%)
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Bottom 50%10
5929 South Vermont Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90044
(323) 565-2200
Los Angeles, CA 90044
(323) 565-2200
0.3 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 624 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
(Math: 7% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
825 West 60th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90044
(323) 789-1282
Los Angeles, CA 90044
(323) 789-1282
0.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,122 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
(Math: 20% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5940 South Budlong Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90044
(323) 750-6955
Los Angeles, CA 90044
(323) 750-6955
0.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 624 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
(Math: 14% | Reading: 21%)
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2/
Bottom 50%10
816 West 51st St.
Los Angeles, CA 90037
(323) 753-3175
Los Angeles, CA 90037
(323) 753-3175
0.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 606 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
(Math: 20% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6020 South Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90003
(323) 759-1138
Los Angeles, CA 90003
(323) 759-1138
0.6 miles
Gr: K-6 | 541 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
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