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#170 of 202 private schools in CT
St James School
Elementary School
50 HARVEY PL, Stratford, CT 06615
Enrollment
207
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
207
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#170 of 202
In Stratford
#2 of 3
public schools
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St James School
Elementary School in Stratford · 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 Stratford, CT. St James School serves approximately 207 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St James School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #170 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- CT avg 6.5
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 11 public schools serving similar grades in Stratford, CT
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St James School (this school) | 5.3 |
| Stratford Academy - Victoria Soto School | 2.4 |
| Stratford Academy - Johnson House | 2.3 |
| Franklin School | 4.6 |
| Nichols School | 3.5 |
| Wilcoxson School | 4.4 |
| David Wooster Middle School | 3.3 |
| Second Hill Lane School | 4.2 |
| Eli Whitney School | 6.2 |
| Lordship School | 4.5 |
| Harry B. Flood Middle School | 3.7 |
| Chapel School | 5.4 |
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 CT.
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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 CT
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
50 HARVEY PL, Stratford, CT 06615
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St James School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eli Whitney School (rated 6.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Jettie S. Tisdale School (rated 5.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Bridgeport), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Six-Six Magnet School (rated 5.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Bridgeport), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Stratford, see our Stratford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Stratford High School Stratford | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Stratford Academy - Victoria Soto School Stratford | 0.9 mi | 2.4 |
| Stratford Academy - Johnson House Stratford | 0.9 mi | 2.3 |
| ASPIRE LIVING AND LEARNING ACADEMY Stratford | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Nichols School Stratford | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Franklin School Stratford | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Wilcoxson School Stratford | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| David Wooster Middle School Stratford | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Hall School Bridgeport | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Jettie S. Tisdale School Bridgeport | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| West Shore Middle School Milford | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Eli Whitney School Stratford | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Edison School Bridgeport | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Second Hill Lane School Stratford | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Lordship School Stratford | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Six-Six Magnet School Bridgeport | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Bullard-Havens Technical High School Bridgeport | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Multicultural Magnet School Bridgeport | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| High Horizons Magnet School Bridgeport | 2.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Paul Laurence Dunbar School Bridgeport | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06615 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,707
Median Home Value
$348,800
Median Rent
$1,515/mo
Population
16,865
College Educated
33.8%
Homeownership
68.9%
Avg Commute
28.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
45
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ann Antolini School New Hartford, CT | 5.3 |
| Juliet W. Long School Gales Ferry, CT | 5.3 |
| ST MARK SCHOOL Stratford, CT | 5.3 |
| Silver Lane School East Hartford, CT | 5.3 |
| CATHOLIC STREAM ACADEMY OF WATERBURY Waterbury, CT | 5.2 |
| Metacomet School Bloomfield, CT | 5.2 |
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 207 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St James School?
The student-teacher ratio at St James School is 15.3:1. 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 CT?
St James School ranks #170 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is St James School's MySchoolScout rating?
St James School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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
- 207
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fairfield County
- Phone
- (203) 375-5994
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