Seattle Nativity School (2026-27 Profile)

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Seattle Nativity School

4200 S. Mead Street Seattle, WA 98118

Tel: (206) 494-4708 Ext. 1

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Grades: 6-8
Enrollment: 77 students
Application Deadline: Mar. 4 / rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

Seattle Nativity School Photo #1 - As a STEM school, our curriculum includes both science instruction and hands-on lab experiments with state-of-the-art equipment.

Seattle Nativity School Photo #2 - In our 6th academic year of 2018-19, we served 42 students in middle school and 36 high school students in our Graduate Support Program at 14 different college-preparatory high schools.

Seattle Nativity School Photo #3 - Seattle Nativity School is a STEM middle school preparing students for technology literacy and skill. We are a 1:1 program; each student is provided with a Surface Pro for use from 8am-4pm daily and cloud access to schoolwork.

Seattle Nativity School Photo #5 - In May of 2020, Seattle Nativity School was invited to move into the vacated St. Edward School Building effectively increasing the square footage 450%. Nativity can now grow to serve more students.

Seattle Nativity School Photo #6 - In 2024-25, we served 77 middle school students with 143 alumni in our Graduate Support Program. In 2025-26 we look forward to serving 248 students and alumni in our community.

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Grades: 6-8
Enrollment: 77 students
Application Deadline: Mar. 4 / rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

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Seattle Nativity School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 6-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Seattle Nativity School
6	30
7	26
8	21

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Year Founded

2012

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

School Calendar

School Motto

Igniting Hope, Inspiring Minds, Changing Lives

Student Body

Total Students

77 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 32%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

8 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

33%

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Specified Uniform: Khaki pants, plaid skirt, light blue oxford blouse/shirt, navy sweaters

List of Courses Offered

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Jesuit Schools Network (formerly JSEA) (JSN)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Mar. 4 / rolling

Tuition Notes

We are a tuition-free middle school serving students who qualify for the National School Lunch Program (free and reduced lunch). We do require a monthly $25 Activity Fee.

Summer Program Cost Notes

Summer Academy is a 3-week program for incoming 6th-grade students. Space is limited and student attendance, behavior, and commitment are evaluated for admission in 6th grade. Summer School is required for rising 7th and 8th grade students and is 3-weeks.

% on Financial Aid

99%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$20,000

College Acceptance Rate

90%

Admissions Director

Judy Shafer

Admissions Associate

Alicia Tillery

Application URL

Endowment Size

$1.6 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

SoccerTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

ChessRobotics

Yearbook

Arts and Music Programs:

Art Class

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Outdoor Survival

School Notes

Seattle Nativity School is a tuition-free, independent, Catholic (category 2) Jesuit middle school in the Archdiocese of Seattle, serving under-resourced and underserved students in grades 6-8.
As a co-educational institution serving 15 students per grade, students receive class and individualized instruction based on performance levels.
Our mission is aligned with Catholic identity standards and the Jesuit charism of social justice, pursuing collaboration and companionship with our families and community partners.
Admission is not limited to Catholics or Christians.
Graduate support through high school, college and into initial career choices is part of the Nativity model, ensuring all students have access to higher education

Seattle Nativity School is tuition-free for all students
98% of our students qualify for the National School Lunch Program (free and reduced)
Student-Teacher ratio: 111
Daily attendance rate: 93%
Meals include: breakfast, lunch and snacks
Instructional hours are 130% of the Washington State Average
97% acceptance to college-preparatory, private high schools
Our mission is to break the cycle of poverty through a college-preparatory education that nourishes souls and ignites leaders for love and service
Our Graduate Support Program provides support through high school and college years with the goal of helping students find a career path aligned with their gifts and talents
We are a Jesuit-endorsed, STEM middle school, welcoming students from all faiths
We are members of the national NativtyMiguel Coalition of schools, practicing the same mission effectiveness tenets

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Seattle Nativity School offer a summer program?

Yes, Seattle Nativity School offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.

What sports does Seattle Nativity School offer?

Seattle Nativity School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.

When is the application deadline for Seattle Nativity School?

The application deadline for Seattle Nativity School is Mar. 4 / rolling (applications are due on Mar. 4 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is Seattle Nativity School located?

Seattle Nativity School is located in the Rainier Valley neighborhood of Seattle, WA.

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