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#182 of 202 private schools in CT
St James School
Elementary School
120 WATER ST, Danielson, CT 06239
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#182 of 202
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St James School
Elementary School in Danielson · 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 Danielson, CT. St James School serves approximately 192 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St James School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #182 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 5.0 · Average
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 192 students, St James 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.
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 the 3 public schools in Danielson, CT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Danielson
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St James School (this school) | 5.0 |
| Killingly Memorial School | 5.7 |
| H. H. Ellis Technical High School | 5.8 |
| Quinebaug Middle College | 7.2 |
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
120 WATER ST, Danielson, CT 06239
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St James School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pomfret Community School (rated 7.5/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Pomfret Center), which scores notably higher. Another option is Killingly Memorial School (rated 5.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Shepard Hill Elementary School (rated 5.5/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Plainfield), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Danielson, see our Danielson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Killingly Memorial School Danielson | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| H. H. Ellis Technical High School Danielson | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Quinebaug Middle College Danielson | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| NORTHEAST CDT Danielson | 1.9 mi | — |
| Killingly Central School Dayville | 3.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Killingly Intermediate School Dayville | 3.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Brooklyn Middle School Brooklyn | 2.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Brooklyn Elementary School Brooklyn | 3.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Killingly High School Dayville | 4.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Shepard Hill Elementary School Plainfield | 4.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Plainfield High School Central Village | 5.0 mi | 3.9 |
| LEARNING CLINIC Brooklyn | 3.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Moosup Elementary School Moosup | 5.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Pomfret Community School Pomfret Center | 5.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Sterling Community School Sterling | 7.1 mi | 3.9 |
| POMFRET SCHOOL Pomfret | 7.0 mi | 7.3 |
| PUTNAM SCIENCE ACADEMY Putnam | 8.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Putnam High School Putnam | 8.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Plainfield Memorial School Plainfield | 8.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Plainfield Central School Plainfield | 8.6 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06239 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,383
Median Home Value
$261,000
Median Rent
$1,133/mo
Population
11,594
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
66.5%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mary L. Tracy School Orange, CT | 5.1 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Danbury, CT | 4.9 |
| ST MATTHEW SCHOOL Bristol, CT | 5.1 |
| Salem School Naugatuck, CT | 4.9 |
| Thomas Hooker School Bridgeport, CT | 5.1 |
| Bielefield School Middletown, CT | 4.8 |
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 192 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St James School?
The student-teacher ratio at St James School is 13.3:1. 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 #182 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is St James School's MySchoolScout rating?
St James School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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
- 192
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Windham County
- Phone
- (860) 774-3281
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