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#853 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 48% of private schools
St James School
Elementary School
1215 B ST, Davis, CA 95616
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#853 of 1,787
In Davis
#3 of 3
public schools
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St James School
Elementary School in Davis · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St James School
St James School is a private elementary school in Davis, CA. St James School serves approximately 265 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. St James School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #853 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St James 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 School compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Davis, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St James School (this school) | 6.3 |
| North Davis Elementary | 7.5 |
| Davis School for Independent Study | 8.2 |
| Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High | 8.6 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary | 8.2 |
| Da Vinci Charter Academy | 7.5 |
| Robert E. Willett Elementary | 8.3 |
| Birch Lane Elementary | 6.6 |
| Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High | 8.4 |
| Patwin Elementary | 7.4 |
| Marguerite Montgomery Elementary | 5.9 |
| Fred T. Korematsu Elementary at Mace Ranch | 5.9 |
| Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Junior High | 6.2 |
| Pioneer Elementary | 8.2 |
| Fairfield Elementary | 9.0 |
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 CA.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1215 B ST, Davis, CA 95616
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St James School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Robert E. Willett Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cesar Chavez Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Davis Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Davis, see our Davis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North Davis Elementary Davis | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Davis Senior High Davis | 0.2 mi | 8.4 |
| King (Martin Luther) High (Continuation) Davis | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Davis School for Independent Study Davis | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High Davis | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Davis | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Da Vinci Charter Academy Davis | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Robert E. Willett Elementary Davis | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Birch Lane Elementary Davis | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Davis Waldorf School Davis | 1.5 mi | — |
| DAVIS WALDORF SCHOOL Davis | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| PEREGRINE SCHOOL Davis | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High Davis | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Patwin Elementary Davis | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Marguerite Montgomery Elementary Davis | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| TENDER LEARNING CARE Davis | 2.1 mi | — |
| Fred T. Korematsu Elementary at Mace Ranch Davis | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Junior High Davis | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Redbud Montessori Davis | 2.8 mi | — |
| REDBUD MONTESSORI Davis | 2.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95616 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,758
Median Home Value
$856,900
Median Rent
$1,911/mo
Population
51,863
College Educated
75.3%
Homeownership
36.5%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
30.2%
Median Age
23.4
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANTHEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Salinas, CA | 6.3 |
| Arcata Elementary Arcata, CA | 6.3 |
| BAYMONTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scotts Valley, CA | 6.3 |
| C. C. Violette Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 6.3 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacific Palisades, CA | 6.3 |
| California Elementary La Puente, CA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St James School
What grades does St James School serve?
St James School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St James School?
St James School has an enrollment of approximately 265 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St James School?
The student-teacher ratio at St James School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St James School rank in CA?
St James School ranks #853 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St James School's MySchoolScout rating?
St James School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 School a private school?
Yes, St James 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 School a religious school?
St James School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 265
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Yolo County
- Phone
- (530) 756-3946
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