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 (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Average class size: 15 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:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
38 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Be who you are and be that well.
- 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.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Jarren (NP ’09, Howard High ’13) - Serving in the United States Air Force. -
- Andre (NP ’07, Sanford ’11, DeSales ‘15) - Pursuing a Masters in school counseling. -
- Alex (NP ’07, Tower Hill ’11, Wilmington Univ. ‘17) - Running his own successful business. -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Nativity Preparatory School Of Wilmington?
Nativity Preparatory School Of Wilmington famous alumni include: Jarren (NP ’09, Howard High ’13) - Serving in the United States Air Force., Andre (NP ’07, Sanford ’11, DeSales ‘15) - Pursuing a Masters in school counseling. and Alex (NP ’07, Tower Hill ’11, Wilmington Univ. ‘17) - Running his own successful business..
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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