Excellent
#2 of 207 private schools in AL
Top 1% of private schools
St James Catholic School
Elementary School
511 EWING AVE, Gadsden, AL 35901
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Alabama private schools
#2 of 207
In Gadsden
#1 of 3
public schools
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St James Catholic School
Elementary School in Gadsden · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St James Catholic School
St James Catholic School is a private elementary school in Gadsden, AL. St James Catholic School serves approximately 107 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St James Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #2 of 207 private schools in AL.
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- AL avg 7.4
What Parents Should Know
At 107 students, St James Catholic School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, St James Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St James Catholic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St James Catholic School compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Gadsden, AL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St James Catholic School (this school) | 8.6 |
| Thompson Elementary School | 7.0 |
| W E Striplin Elementary School | 6.5 |
| Gadsden Middle School | 6.2 |
| Donehoo Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Litchfield Middle School | 6.2 |
| Mitchell Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Adams Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Floyd Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Sansom Middle School | 6.2 |
| Walnut Park Elementary School | 7.0 |
| Highland Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Eura Brown Elementary School | 9.6 |
| Gaston Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Gaston High School | 5.6 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AL.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in AL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
511 EWING AVE, Gadsden, AL 35901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St James Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eura Brown Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Gaston Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mitchell Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Gadsden, see our Gadsden schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Thompson Elementary School Gadsden | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Donehoo Elementary School Gadsden | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| HOLY COMFORTER EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Gadsden | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| W E Striplin Elementary School Gadsden | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Gadsden Middle School Gadsden | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Adams Elementary School Gadsden | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Litchfield Middle School Gadsden | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Mitchell Elementary School Gadsden | 2.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Floyd Elementary School Gadsden | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Sansom Middle School Gadsden | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Gadsden City High School Gadsden | 3.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Highland Elementary School Gadsden | 4.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Eura Brown Elementary School Gadsden | 4.0 mi | 9.6 |
| COOSA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gadsden | 4.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Walnut Park Elementary School Gadsden | 3.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Gaston High School Gadsden | 4.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Gaston Elementary School Gadsden | 4.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Glencoe Middle School Glencoe | 4.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Glencoe High School Glencoe | 5.0 mi | 4.5 |
| FBC GLENCOE WEEKDAY Glencoe | 5.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,826
Median Home Value
$174,200
Median Rent
$747/mo
Population
19,186
College Educated
21.8%
Homeownership
65.2%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
25.3%
Median Age
40
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St James Catholic School
What grades does St James Catholic School serve?
St James Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St James Catholic School?
St James Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 107 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St James Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St James Catholic School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St James Catholic School rank in AL?
St James Catholic School ranks #2 of 207 private schools in AL.
What is St James Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St James Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St James Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St James Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St James Catholic School a religious school?
St James Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 107
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Etowah County
- Phone
- (256) 546-0132
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