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St. James Early Childhood
School · ST. JAMES PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
P. O. BOX 509, Saint James, MN 56081
Enrollment
10
Student-Teacher
10:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
10
Student-Teacher
10:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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St. James Early Childhood
School in Saint James · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St. James Early Childhood
St. James Early Childhood is a public school in Saint James, MN, part of ST. JAMES PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT.
St. James Early Childhood serves approximately 10 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 10 students, St. James Early Childhood 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 Early Childhood sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 10 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Address
- P. O. BOX 509, Saint James, MN 56081
- Website
- stjames.k12.mn.us
- Phone
- (507) 375-3321
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
P. O. BOX 509, Saint James, MN 56081
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St. James Early Childhood may also want to explore other schools in the area. MOUNTAIN LAKE SECONDARY (rated 8.7/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Mountain Lake). Another option is ST. JAMES NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away). Additionally, MOUNTAIN LAKE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 15.2 miles away, in nearby Mountain Lake). For more schools in Saint James, see our Saint James schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Armstrong School Saint James | 0.0 mi | 3.4 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saint James | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| St. James Middle/High School Saint James | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| ST. JAMES NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY Saint James | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| BUTTERFIELD ELEMENTARY Butterfield | 8.2 mi | 5.6 |
| BUTTERFIELD SECONDARY Butterfield | 8.2 mi | 5.0 |
| MADELIA ELEMENTARY Madelia | 11.8 mi | 7.5 |
| MADELIA SECONDARY Madelia | 11.7 mi | 7.7 |
| ST MARYS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Madelia | 11.9 mi | 7.2 |
| TRIMONT ELEMENTARY Trimont | 15.4 mi | 6.9 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Truman | 14.0 mi | 5.6 |
| TRUMAN ELEMENTARY Truman | 14.4 mi | 6.0 |
| TRUMAN SECONDARY Truman | 14.4 mi | 6.2 |
| ELMENDORF CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mountain Lake | 14.7 mi | 6.0 |
| MOUNTAIN LAKE ELEMENTARY Mountain Lake | 15.0 mi | 5.5 |
| MOUNTAIN LAKE SECONDARY Mountain Lake | 15.1 mi | 8.7 |
| MOUNTAIN LAKE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mountain Lake | 15.2 mi | 8.1 |
| MARTIN LUTHER HIGH SCHOOL Northrop | 19.1 mi | 6.5 |
| COMFREY ELEMENTARY Comfrey | 16.6 mi | 6.4 |
| COMFREY SECONDARY Comfrey | 16.6 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56081 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,612
Median Home Value
$153,400
Median Rent
$810/mo
Population
6,092
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
74.4%
Avg Commute
20.1 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
40.8
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. James Early Childhood
What grades does St. James Early Childhood serve?
St. James Early Childhood serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend St. James Early Childhood?
St. James Early Childhood has an enrollment of approximately 10 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. James Early Childhood?
The student-teacher ratio at St. James Early Childhood is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is St. James Early Childhood a charter school?
No, St. James Early Childhood is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is St. James Early Childhood a Title I school?
No, St. James Early Childhood is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St. James Early Childhood?
60.0% of students at St. James Early Childhood qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 10
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.0%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Watonwan County
- Phone
- (507) 375-3321
Resources & Links
District
ST. JAMES PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,150
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,649
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