Nativity Prep Academy vs. Maranatha Christian Schools
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Maranatha Christian Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
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Overview
Nativity Prep Academy is a private, Catholic, tuition-free middle school, grades 6 through 8, for students who will represent the first generation in their families to graduate from college.
We offer an extended school day and summer program, along with a graduate support program to ensure all students go on to graduate from high school and college.
Maranatha Christian Schools is a Christ-centered learning community where students experience God's love, are equipped to fulfill God's unique call and purpose, and excel in their God-given potential through academics, arts and athletics.
Grades Offered
6-8
PK-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
n/a
Learning Difference Programs
No
No
Year Founded
2001
1991
Students Body
Total Students
72 students
1007 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
11%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
-
129
Kindergarten Students
-
66
Grade 1 Students
-
66
Grade 2 Students
-
72
Grade 3 Students
-
72
Grade 4 Students
-
52
Grade 5 Students
-
52
Grade 6 Students
24
72
Grade 7 Students
24
72
Grade 8 Students
24
72
Grade 9 Students
-
70
Grade 10 Students
-
70
Grade 11 Students
-
70
Grade 12 Students
-
72
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
70 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
57%
44%
Average Class Size
n/a
18
Number of AP Classes
n/a
17
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:9
1:14
Average SAT score
n/a
1178
Average ACT score
n/a
26
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(Khaki or navy blue pants or skirts, light blue school-issued polo)
(Khaki or navy blue pants or skirts, light blue school-issued polo)
Formal
(School Uniform)
(School Uniform)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
Mar. 28 / rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
n/a
$12,500
Tuition Notes
Nativity Prep is a tuition-free Catholic school, but admission is limited to low-income families and students who represent the the first generation in their families to graduate from college.
TK: $8,500 | K-5: $13,100 | 6-8: $15,200 | 9-12: $16,300
% on Financial Aid
99%
n/a
Acceptance Rate
n/a
80%
Admissions Director
Jose Gonzalez
Shayna Grenewitz
Admissions Associate
n/a
Kelly Rupp
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5
12
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
8
41
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Art, Associated Student Body, Choir, Lego Robotics, Ministry Team, Origami, Technology, Yearbook
Art Show, Associated Student Body, Band, Ceramics Club, Choir, CIF Baseball, CIF Basketball, CIF Cross Country, CIF Football, CIF Girls Softball, CIF Soccer, CIF Track and Field, CIF Volleyball, Competitive Cheer, Dance Crew Club, Design Club, Drama & Musical Theatre, Drama 2 (UC Approved), Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Graphics Design, Handcraft Club, Hearts for the Lord Club, HS Wrestling, ISS (International Space Station), Jewelry Club, JH Flag Football, Key Club, Math Club, Ministry Trips, Missions, National Honor Society, Orchestra, Photography, Robotics, Science Fair, Student Led Worship, Student Newspaper, Studio Art, Surf Club, Video Editing, Yearbook