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Proud Past, Promising Future

Nativity Preparatory School is a tuition-free, Jesuit middle school in Boston, Massachusetts, offering a high-quality, comprehensive education to boys from under-resourced communities. Within an academically challenging and highly structured environment, students are accompanied as they develop a love for learning and sense of responsibility to their community. Our students grow to become men for others, READY to thrive in high school, college, and beyond.

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College Acceptance Rate for alumni for the Class of Curry' 21

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All-time High School graduation rate.

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College Matriculation Rate from 2015 - 2025

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of the Class of O'Callahan'17 graduated college in 2025

Our Students earned Acceptances to top Schools

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“The days at Nativity are long, and the expectations are high — but no one here lets you give up on yourself. The teachers believed in me even when I struggled to believe in myself, and my classmates became more than friends — they became brothers. Whether in the classroom, on retreats, or through service projects, I didn’t just grow academically — I grew in faith, resilience, and a more profound sense of purpose. I learned to lead, serve, and keep going when things get hard.”

Gianni Santos

Class of Ruppert 2025
Commonwealth School 2029 

Our Academics

At Nativity, learning goes beyond textbooks. Our rigorous academic program challenges students to think critically, grow confidently, and believe in their potential — preparing them for success in high school, college, and beyond.

Our Community

Rooted in faith and brotherhood, Nativity is more than a school — it’s a family. Students, families, faculty, and alumni create a vibrant, supportive, and values-driven community.

Our Supporters

Our mission is made possible by the generosity of those who believe in our students. From scholarships to service, our supporters play a vital role in shaping futures and expanding opportunities.

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It is with deep sadness that we share the news that Lorraine Ann Smith passed away in the loving presence of her family.Lorraine, who was widely known as “Mama Smith,” was a beloved and active member of the Nativity Prep community from the school’s founding in 1990. Her connection to Nativity began when her son, Jason, a member of the Class of 1994 (Faber), enrolled at the school. She quickly became an essential part of our community, volunteering her time to clean, tutor, and cook for our students.Over the years, Mama Smith continued to care for Nativity in countless ways. She provided meals for our students, served on the Board of Trustees, and connected our young men with opportunities for community service through her beloved spiritual homes, St. Katharine Drexel Parish and the Archdiocese Office for Black Catholic Ministries.Her commitment to the broader community was equally extraordinary. Each summer, she dedicated her time to the Ron Burton Training Village, and most afternoons, she could be found tutoring students in mathematics through Pie R Squared in Roxbury.Mama Smith will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. We will remember her for her unwavering faith, her generous spirit, her commitment to young people, and perhaps most of all, her joy. We say farewell with the warm embrace of a deep hug, the very same way she insisted on greeting each of us.We invite members of the Nativity community to join us in prayer and remembrance and to keep her family in your thoughts and prayers during this time.Funeral Services: Saturday, September 5, 2026St. Katharine Drexel Parish517 Blue Hill Ave.Boston, MA 02121Visitation: 10:00–11:00 a.m.Funeral Mass: 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.Repast: Church HallCondolences may be shared with the family through the online memorial: www.davisofboston.com/obituaries/lorraine-smith ...
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Together, we showed up, pushed forward, and are closing in on our goal!This past weekend, Nativity took on the Falmouth Road Race, and what an incredible day it was. Staff and friends of Nativity Boston showed up with grit, heart, and determination, pushing through a 7-mile course, all with one purpose: to support the students and community that make Nativity Boston such a special place.We’re proud to share that, together, we’ve raised $32,592 toward our $35,000 goal to support our students and programming. We’re just $2,408 away!A huge thank you to the Unger Family and G2 Capital Advisors for making this opportunity possible and helping us bring the Nativity mission to Falmouth.We’re already planning for next, mark your calendars for August 15, 2027: Nativity will be back with an official team. Stay tuned for updates and ways to get involved!To everyone who donated, ran, or cheered us on: thank you. Your generosity helps us continue to provide life-changing educational opportunities for boys from underserved communities in Boston.Help us cross the finish line and reach $35,000! If you’d still like to make a gift, it’s not too late.Make a Gift here: www.nativityboston.org/frr26/ ...
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On August 16, Nativity will once again take on the 54th Annual Falmouth Road Race with one goal: raise $35,000 to support our mission! To date, we have raised $20, 370!At Nativity, we are committed to providing a high-quality education and life-changing opportunities to boys from under-resourced communities in Boston. Your support helps us continue to empower our students, both in and out of the classroom.Whether you're cheering on our runners or making a gift, your support makes a meaningful difference. Help our runners cross the finish line and help our school reach its fundraising goal!Meet the incredible members of Team Nativity, who are lacing up to run in support of our mission. Each runner has their own reason for taking on the 7-mile course, but they're united by one goal: creating more opportunities for our students. Swipe through to meet the team and learn why they're running this year! If you'd like to support a specific runner, be sure to check the box that says "Support a Nativity Runner" and enter their name.Make your gift today: www.nativityboston.org/frr26/##FalmouthRoadRace #NativityPrepBoston #SupportOurStudents #MilesthatMatter ...
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We take our Extended Day and Extended Year programs seriously around here! ☀️📚We can't believe how quickly Summer Camp flew by, but what a season it was! We welcomed our newest 5th graders, Class of Hicks, learned lots of new things, and made unforgettable memories on some amazing field trips.Enjoy these highlights from our 5th & 6th grade adventure to the New England Aquarium and our 7th & 8th grade visit to the JFK Presidential Library! ...
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