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#730 of 1,787 private schools in CA

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St James Elementary School

Elementary School

4625 GARNET ST, Torrance, CA 90503

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

244

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

244

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#730 of 1,787

In Torrance

#6 of 10

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About St James Elementary School

St James Elementary School is a private elementary school in Torrance, CA. St James Elementary School serves approximately 244 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St James Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #730 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.3 pts above CA schools

6.5

This school 6.5 · Average
CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

St James Elementary 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.

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How St James Elementary School compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Torrance, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

17.4:1

This School

24.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

244

This School

546

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.5

This School

7.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 47.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 28.3% vs 0%

Asian 13.1% vs 0%

Black 4.5% vs 0%

St James Elementary School Torrance Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St James Elementary School (this school)	—	244	17.4:1	6.5
Victor Elementary	0.1 mi	961	26:1	5.4
Bert M. Lynn Middle	0.5 mi	605	24.2:1	7.4
Anza Elementary	0.6 mi	640	24.6:1	8.5
Jefferson Middle	0.9 mi	645	26.9:1	7.7
Towers Elementary	1.0 mi	608	26.4:1	8.5
Madrona Middle	1.3 mi	674	27:1	6.7
Joseph Arnold Elementary	1.5 mi	604	25.2:1	7.4
Seaside Elementary	1.6 mi	573	26:1	8.2
Philip Magruder Middle	1.7 mi	610	23.5:1	7.4
Fern Elementary	1.9 mi	482	26.8:1	7.4
Calle Mayor Middle	2.0 mi	629	25.2:1	5.7
Edison Elementary	2.0 mi	492	27.3:1	7.3
Edward J. Richardson Middle	2.3 mi	649	25:1	8.0
Hickory Elementary	2.3 mi	842	28.1:1	7.8
Yukon Elementary	2.4 mi	325	25:1	6.7
Riviera Elementary	2.5 mi	612	24.5:1	7.8
Gene Drevno Community Day	2.7 mi	13	6.5:1	—
Torrance Elementary	2.7 mi	543	24.7:1	5.5
Evelyn Carr Elementary	2.9 mi	432	24:1	5.6
Walteria Elementary	3.1 mi	658	25.3:1	8.6

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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.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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 CA.

Classroom Attention

C 3.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 17.4:1

Instructional Commitment

A 8.5 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,296

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 8.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 67%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 244

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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 CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 47.5%

Hispanic 28.3%

Asian 13.1%

Two or More 6.6%

Black 4.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4625 GARNET ST, Torrance, CA 90503

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St James Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Anza Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Towers Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alta Vista Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Redondo Beach), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Torrance, see our Torrance schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
St. James Elementary Torrance	0.1 mi	161	—
Victor Elementary Torrance	0.1 mi	961	5.4
SOUTH BAY JUNIOR ACADEMY Torrance	0.3 mi	120	7.0
West High Torrance	0.3 mi	1,798	7.3
Bert M. Lynn Middle Torrance	0.5 mi	605	7.4
Fresh Roots Forest School Torrance	0.5 mi	21	—
Anza Elementary Torrance	0.6 mi	640	8.5
Bishop Montgomery High Torrance	0.6 mi	844	—
BISHOP MONTGOMERY HIGH Torrance	0.8 mi	846	5.5
Jefferson Middle Torrance	0.9 mi	645	7.7
Parras (Nick G.) Middle Redondo Beach	0.8 mi	1,036	7.8
Towers Elementary Torrance	1.0 mi	608	8.5
Patricia Dreizler Continuation High Redondo Beach	1.0 mi	45	6.7
Redondo Beach Learning Academy Redondo Beach	1.0 mi	5	—
THE KNOWING GARDEN Redondo Beach	1.3 mi	16	—
VALOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Redondo Beach	1.3 mi	217	7.3
PLAYHOUSE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Redondo Beach	1.2 mi	6	—
Washington Elementary Redondo Beach	1.4 mi	786	8.1
Alta Vista Elementary Redondo Beach	1.3 mi	551	8.3
Madrona Middle Torrance	1.3 mi	674	6.7

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St James Elementary School

What grades does St James Elementary School serve?

St James Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend St James Elementary School?

St James Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 244 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St James Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at St James Elementary School is 17.4:1. 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 School rank in CA?

St James Elementary School ranks #730 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is St James Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

St James Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Elementary School a private school?

Yes, St James Elementary 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 Elementary School a religious school?

St James Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 75 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 36 Some Transit
Bike Score: 68 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 244
Gender Split: 47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 17.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 14
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Los Angeles County
Phone: (310) 371-0416

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