Below Average
#505 of 534 private schools in NJ
St James Elementary School
Elementary School
30 PETERS PL, Red Bank, NJ 07701
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#505 of 534
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St James Elementary School
Elementary School in Red Bank · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St James Elementary School
St James Elementary School is a private elementary school in Red Bank, NJ. St James Elementary School serves approximately 363 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St James Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #505 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
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 5 public schools serving similar grades in Red Bank, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St James Elementary School (this school) | 4.3 |
| Red Bank Charter School | 8.2 |
| Red Bank Middle School | 7.8 |
| Red Bank Primary School | 5.5 |
| River Plaza Elementary School | 9.4 |
| Fairview Elementary School | 8.8 |
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 NJ.
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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 NJ
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
30 PETERS PL, Red Bank, NJ 07701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St James Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. River Plaza Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fairview Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Point Road School (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Little Silver), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Red Bank, see our Red Bank schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Red Bank Charter School Red Bank | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Red Bank Middle School Red Bank | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| VINCENT S MASTRO MONTESSORI ACADEMY Shrewsbury | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| TOWER HILL SCHOOL Red Bank | 0.7 mi | — |
| Red Bank Primary School Red Bank | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School Shrewsbury | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| River Plaza Elementary School Red Bank | 1.2 mi | 9.4 |
| GODDARD SCHOOL FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT Tinton Falls | 1.4 mi | — |
| OAKWOOD SCHOOL Tinton Falls | 1.4 mi | — |
| Knollwood School Fair Haven | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Markham Place School Little Silver | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Red Bank Regional High School Little Silver | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| JERSEY SHORE FREE SCHOOL Little Silver | 1.8 mi | — |
| Fairview Elementary School Red Bank | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Swimming River School Tinton Falls | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER Shrewsbury | 2.4 mi | — |
| SMART START PRESCHOOL Fair Haven | 2.1 mi | — |
| Viola L Sickles School Fair Haven | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Point Road School Little Silver | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Mahala F. Atchison School Tinton Falls | 2.6 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,630
Median Home Value
$551,500
Median Rent
$1,971/mo
Population
24,544
College Educated
52.8%
Homeownership
65.3%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
43.1
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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 8th.
How many students attend St James Elementary School?
St James Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 363 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St James Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St James Elementary School is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St James Elementary School rank in NJ?
St James Elementary School ranks #505 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is St James Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St James Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 363
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 183 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monmouth County
- Phone
- (732) 741-3363
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