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#1485 of 3,177 private schools in CA
Top 47% of private schools
St. James Elementary
Elementary School
4625 Garnet Street, Torrance, CA 90503
About St. James Elementary
St. James Elementary is an private elementary school in Torrance, CA 90503. The school serves approximately 161 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.4:1.
It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.8/10, placing it in the 53.3th percentile among private schools in CA — an above average rating overall. The school scores particularly well in school profile (7.5/10), ranked among private schools in CA. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $119,685, where 55% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Compared to the 29 public schools in Torrance, St. James Elementary rates higher overall (7.8 vs 6.2 average).
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St. James Elementary compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Torrance, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St. James Elementary (this school) | 7.8 |
| Victor Elementary | 5.6 |
| Bert M. Lynn Middle | 6.1 |
| Anza Elementary | 5.6 |
| Jefferson Middle | 5.8 |
| Towers Elementary | 6.9 |
| Madrona Middle | 5.2 |
| Joseph Arnold Elementary | 7.0 |
| Seaside Elementary | 4.7 |
| Philip Magruder Middle | 4.4 |
| Fern Elementary | 6.1 |
| Calle Mayor Middle | 7.1 |
| Edison Elementary | 4.8 |
| Edward J. Richardson Middle | 7.0 |
| Hickory Elementary | 5.7 |
| Yukon Elementary | 6.3 |
| Riviera Elementary | 7.1 |
| Gene Drevno Community Day | 7.8 |
| Torrance Elementary | 6.3 |
| Evelyn Carr Elementary | 5.3 |
| Walteria Elementary | 7.2 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 45% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 2 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
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Location
4625 Garnet Street, Torrance, CA 90503
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Torrance | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Victor Elementary Torrance | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| SOUTH BAY JUNIOR ACADEMY Torrance | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| West High Torrance | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Bert M. Lynn Middle Torrance | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Fresh Roots Forest School Torrance | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Anza Elementary Torrance | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Bishop Montgomery High Torrance | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Jefferson Middle Torrance | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| BISHOP MONTGOMERY HIGH Torrance | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Parras (Nick G.) Middle Redondo Beach | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Towers Elementary Torrance | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Patricia Dreizler Continuation High Redondo Beach | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Redondo Beach Learning Academy Redondo Beach | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| THE KNOWING GARDEN Redondo Beach | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| PLAYHOUSE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Redondo Beach | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| VALOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Redondo Beach | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Madrona Middle Torrance | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Alta Vista Elementary Redondo Beach | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Washington Elementary Redondo Beach | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,685
Median Home Value
$1,058,100
Median Rent
$2,249/mo
Population
43,764
College Educated
55.4%
Homeownership
52.5%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
41.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Anaheim Elementary Online Academy Anaheim, CA | 7.8 |
| Etna Elementary Etna, CA | 7.8 |
| G.H.S. Academy El Dorado Hills, CA | 7.8 |
| GHS ACADEMY- GOLDEN HILLS SCHOOL El Dorado Hills, CA | 7.8 |
| HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL El Dorado Hills, CA | 7.8 |
| Holy Trinity School El Dorado Hills, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. James Elementary
What grades does St. James Elementary serve?
St. James Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St. James Elementary?
St. James Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 161 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. James Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at St. James Elementary is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St. James Elementary rank in CA?
St. James Elementary is ranked #1485 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.
What is St. James Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
St. James Elementary has a composite rating of 7.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is St. James Elementary a private school?
Yes, St. James Elementary is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 161
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles
- Phone
- (310) 371-0416
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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