Very Good
#17 of 143 private schools in NE
Top 11% of private schools
St James Elementary School
Elementary School
525 E 14TH ST, Crete, NE 68333
Enrollment
87
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
87
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#17 of 143
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About St James Elementary School
St James Elementary School is a private elementary school in Crete, NE. St James Elementary School serves approximately 87 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St James Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #17 of 143 private schools in NE.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 87 students, St James Elementary 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 9.1:1 students to teachers, St James Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St James Elementary 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 Elementary School compares to the 5 public schools in Crete, NE
Student Demographics
All Schools in Crete
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St James Elementary School (this school) | 7.7 |
| CRETE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.2 |
| CRETE PRESCHOOL | 3.2 |
| CRETE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL | 8.3 |
| CRETE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.7 |
| CRETE HIGH SCHOOL | 4.5 |
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 NE.
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 NE
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
525 E 14TH ST, Crete, NE 68333
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St James Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CRETE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CRETE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PRAIRIE HILL LEARNING CENTER (rated 7.6/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Roca), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Crete, see our Crete schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CRETE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crete | 0.3 mi | 9.2 |
| CRETE PRESCHOOL Crete | 0.3 mi | 3.2 |
| CRETE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Crete | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| CRETE MIDDLE SCHOOL Crete | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| CRETE HIGH SCHOOL Crete | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT WILBER Wilber | 10.4 mi | 5.9 |
| WILBER-CLATONIA HIGH SCHOOL Wilber | 10.4 mi | 6.9 |
| WILBER-CLATONIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Wilber | 10.4 mi | 5.6 |
| DORCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dorchester | 8.7 mi | 5.4 |
| DORCHESTER HIGH SCHOOL Dorchester | 8.7 mi | 5.9 |
| MILFORD HIGH SCHOOL Milford | 11.5 mi | 8.1 |
| MILFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Milford | 11.7 mi | 7.5 |
| PRAIRIE HILL LEARNING CENTER Roca | 13.1 mi | 7.6 |
| NORTHWEST HIGH SCHOOL Lincoln | 16.4 mi | — |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD AT NORTHWEST HIGH SCHOOL Lincoln | 16.4 mi | — |
| ROPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln | 15.6 mi | 4.3 |
| SOUTHWEST HIGH SCHOOL Lincoln | 15.4 mi | 6.9 |
| LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln | 17.4 mi | 3.5 |
| ARNOLD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln | 18.5 mi | 4.1 |
| SCOTT MIDDLE SCHOOL Lincoln | 16.0 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68333 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,625
Median Home Value
$218,400
Median Rent
$857/mo
Population
9,257
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
71.4%
Avg Commute
19.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
36.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRADY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brady, NE | 7.7 |
| EASTWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Neligh, NE | 7.8 |
| PRAIRIE HILL LEARNING CENTER Roca, NE | 7.6 |
| WESTWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Neligh, NE | 7.6 |
| ARCADIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Arcadia, NE | 7.5 |
| CLARKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clarkson, NE | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St James Elementary School
What grades does St James Elementary School serve?
St James Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend St James Elementary School?
St James Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 87 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St James Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St James Elementary School is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St James Elementary School rank in NE?
St James Elementary School ranks #17 of 143 private schools in NE.
What is St James Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St James Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St James Elementary 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 Elementary School a religious school?
St James Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 87
- Gender Split
- 70% M / 30% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Saline County
- Phone
- (402) 826-2318
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