Nativity Preparatory School Of Wilmington

The Oblates of St. Francis de Sales established Nativity Preparatory School in September of 2003.
This Catholic middle school serves low-income boys of all faiths in grades five through eight.
All students attend the school tuition-free and are selected based on their demonstrated superior discipline and work ethic. Each grade is limited to 10-15 students.
Staffed by volunteers and Oblates, Nativity seeks to promote the intellectual, spiritual, athletic, and social development of its students.
Ultimately, its graduates will win scholarships to the area's finest high schools.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 38 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Nativity Preparatory School Of Wilmington ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Delaware for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Year Founded
2003

Student Body

Total Students
38 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Nativity Preparatory School Of Wilmington Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • The Oblates of St. Francis de Sales established Nativity Preparatory School in September of 2003. This Catholic middle school serves low-income boys of all faiths in grades five through eight. All students attend the school tuition-free and are selected based on their demonstrated superior discipline and work ethic. Each grade is limited to 10-15 students. Staffed by volunteers and Oblates, Nativity seeks to promote the intellectual, spiritual, athletic, and social development of its students. Ultimately, its graduates will win scholarships to the area's finest high schools.
Source: Verified school update

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When is the application deadline for Nativity Preparatory School Of Wilmington?
The application deadline for Nativity Preparatory School Of Wilmington is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 38 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Wilmington, DE is $18,183 for elementary schools and $21,039 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Wilmington, DE is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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