A Catholic Academy of Arts & Sciences
Faith-filled Academic Excellence in the heart of San Francisco
Be a Camel
Hello!
Welcome to Nativity, a Catholic high school in San Francisco. Nativity offers students a unique high school experience. We invite you to read our mission statement, watch our short video, and consider the case for the camel. Come and experience Nativity in-person by scheduling a campus visit through the link below.
If you have any questions, you can call or text us at (415) 322-9229 (or email hello@nativityhs.org).
If you are interested in joining our warm, passionate, and energetic team as an educator, we invite you to review our faculty page for open job opportunities.
May God Bless You,
Nativity Board of Directors
The Nativity Experience
6:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
Personalized instruction and meaningful relationships with students.
100%
Student
Retention
Small classes where every student is known and challenged create an environment students love.
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Overnight Experiences
Adventure, leadership, and community building beyond the classroom.
This is Camel Life
The Nativity Difference
Academics
Rigorous, Integrated, Classical
Studies that cultivate wisdom, virtue, and critical thinking.
Devotion
Centered on Faith & Service
Our school day integrates time for prayer, reflection, and serving others.
Community
Warm, Welcoming & Fun
Our tight-knit and nurturing community feels like a family.
Admission Events
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Open House
October 17th & 28th
Families are welcome to visit our campus, meet the teachers and students, and learn more about our academic philosophy. RSVP encouraged.
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Dromedary Day
October 16th & November 6th
Prospective 8th grade students are invited to visit Nativity and experience a day as a Camel. Please note that, due to limited space, Dromedary Day is available only to students who have applied.
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Apply
Priority Deadline: December 15th
We are accepting applications for the 2027-2028 academic year. Applications received by December 15th are given priority for admission. Applications are accepted after this date for a $50 fee.
Thank you to Fr. Mike Schmitz and the 350+ people who joined us for Camelcade!
Visit Campus
Schedule a School Tour
Families are welcome to visit our campus, meet the teachers, and learn more about our academic philosophy through a tour guided by our Head of School. We invite you to sign up for a visit using the link below.
“You saved our daughter and have provided her with a wholesome high school experience including good friends, rigorous academics, teachers who care for and challenge her, and a love and commitment to God as never before.” - Parent of Nativity student
Merit Scholarship Opportunities
Generous donors have contributed to a scholarship fund to make a Nativity education accessible to families in the Bay Area. We have three scholarship opportunities, in addition to financial aid, for incoming students.
Magi Award
The Magi Award is a four-year partial scholarship awarded to students in recognition of excellence in academics and HSPT performance.
Nativity Award
The Nativity Award is a four-year near full-ride scholarship awarded to a student in recognition of excellence in academics and making a positive impact in their school or community through living their faith.
Choir Award
The Cathedral Choir Award is a partial scholarship available to members of the Cathedral Children's Choir from Stella Maris Academy and St. Paul's School.
