Very Good
#111 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 28% of private schools
St James School
Elementary School
120 MICHIGAN AVE, St. Joseph, MO 64504
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#111 of 399
In St. Joseph
#4 of 8
public schools
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About St James School
St James School is a private elementary school in St. Joseph, MO. St James School serves approximately 85 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio.
St James School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #111 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 85 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.
At 7.4:1 students to teachers, St James School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
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 20 public schools serving similar grades in St. Joseph, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St James School (this school) | 7.0 |
| HOSEA ELEM. | 6.6 |
| HYDE ELEM. | 3.9 |
| SPRING GARDEN MIDDLE | 6.4 |
| CARDEN PARK ELEM | 7.2 |
| HELEN M DAVIS SCHOOL | 3.5 |
| PARKWAY ELEM. | 6.3 |
| PICKETT ELEM. | 6.8 |
| TRUMAN MIDDLE | 3.1 |
| EDISON ELEM. | 8.6 |
| BODE MIDDLE | 4.0 |
| SKAITH ELEM. | 7.2 |
| LINDBERGH ELEM. | 5.8 |
| COLEMAN ELEM. | 7.2 |
| FIELD ELEM. | 8.5 |
| ROBIDOUX MIDDLE | 3.4 |
| RIVERBEND TREATMENT CTR. | — |
| PERSHING ELEM. | 8.3 |
| OAK GROVE ELEM | 7.1 |
| JOHN GLENN ELEM. | 8.2 |
| ELLISON ELEM. | 7.4 |
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 MO.
Data Unavailable
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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 MO
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 MICHIGAN AVE, St. Joseph, MO 64504
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St James School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Riverside Primary School (rated 8.9/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Elwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is EDISON ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Riverside Intermediate (rated 7.8/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Elwood), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Joseph, see our St. Joseph schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOSEA ELEM. St. Joseph | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| BENTON HIGH St. Joseph | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| HYDE ELEM. St. Joseph | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| SPRING GARDEN MIDDLE St. Joseph | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| SOUTH PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Joseph | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| CARDEN PARK ELEM St. Joseph | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Riverside Primary School Elwood | 3.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Riverside Intermediate Elwood | 3.1 mi | 7.8 |
| HELEN M DAVIS SCHOOL St. Joseph | 3.2 mi | 3.5 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL St. Joseph | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
| PARKWAY ELEM. St. Joseph | 3.3 mi | 6.3 |
| OF ST. JOSEPH St. Joseph | 3.9 mi | 7.2 |
| CENTRAL HIGH St. Joseph | 3.9 mi | 5.7 |
| EDISON ELEM. St. Joseph | 4.1 mi | 8.6 |
| TRUMAN MIDDLE St. Joseph | 4.0 mi | 3.1 |
| LAFAYETTE HIGH St. Joseph | 4.7 mi | 5.1 |
| BODE MIDDLE St. Joseph | 4.5 mi | 4.0 |
| PICKETT ELEM. St. Joseph | 3.9 mi | 6.8 |
| LINDBERGH ELEM. St. Joseph | 5.2 mi | 5.8 |
| SKAITH ELEM. St. Joseph | 4.5 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,300
Median Home Value
$115,100
Median Rent
$918/mo
Population
10,286
College Educated
13.3%
Homeownership
70.6%
Avg Commute
17.4 min
Poverty Rate
22.4%
Median Age
41.7
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| CHESTERFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chesterfield, MO | 7.0 |
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| LINN CO. ELEM. Purdin, MO | 7.0 |
| QULIN ELEMENTARY Qulin, MO | 7.0 |
| SHELL KNOB ELEM. Shell Knob, MO | 7.0 |
| THE FREEDOM SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 7.0 |
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 85 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St James School?
The student-teacher ratio at St James School is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St James School rank in MO?
St James School ranks #111 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is St James School's MySchoolScout rating?
St James School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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
- 85
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Buchanan County
- Phone
- (816) 238-0281
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