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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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Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!This month is all about honoring the stories, strength, and spirit of Hispanic heritage. It's a celebration of identity, resilience, and the deep roots that continue to shape our communities today.Mark your calendars and be on the lookout for details about our Hispanic Heritage Dinner Celebration on October 14—we can’t wait to celebrate together as a community! #HispanicHeritageMonth #UnityInDiversity #LatinxHeritage #CelebrateTogether #CelebrateCulture ...
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We’re excited to announce that Nativity Prep Boston will be part of the 131st Bank of America Boston Marathon® Charity Program in 2027!Funds raised through our marathon team will directly support our Extended-Day and Extended-Year Programs, creating more opportunities for our students to stay active, engaged, and connected beyond the classroom.Our Extended-Day Program builds community through sports, clubs, and other activities that encourage students to stay active and engaged after school. Our Extended-Year Program keeps students learning and growing for three weeks each summer through academic enrichment, athletics, educational and recreational field trips, and more.Every mile run and every dollar raised will help our students learn, grow, and thrive beyond the classroom.Interested in running the Boston Marathon with Nativity Prep? Keep an eye out for our application opening in October! ...
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25 years later. Today, we pause to remember and honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001, the countless heroes who answered the call with courage and compassion, and the strength of a nation united.We remember not only the tragedy, but the unity, resilience, and compassion that followed. May we continue to honor those we lost by remembering, learning, and caring for one another.We remember. We honor. We will never forget. ...
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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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