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#342 of 534 private schools in NJ
St James School
Elementary School
200 S FINLEY AVE, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#342 of 534
In Basking Ridge
#4 of 4
public schools
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St James School
Elementary School in Basking Ridge · grades Kindergarten – 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 Basking Ridge, NJ. St James School serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St James School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #342 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
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 5 public schools in Basking Ridge, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Basking Ridge
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St James School (this school) | 6.0 |
| Ridge High School | 6.9 |
| Cedar Hill School | 7.1 |
| Oak Street School | 9.1 |
| William Annin Middle School | 8.1 |
| Mount Prospect Elementary School | 8.2 |
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 NJ.
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 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
200 S FINLEY AVE, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St James School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Liberty Corner School (rated 9.6/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Liberty Corner), which scores notably higher. Another option is Harding Township School (rated 9.6/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby New Vernon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oak Street School (rated 9.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Basking Ridge, see our Basking Ridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ridge High School Basking Ridge | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Cedar Hill School Basking Ridge | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Oak Street School Basking Ridge | 0.5 mi | 9.1 |
| SOMERSET HILLS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Basking Ridge | 1.5 mi | — |
| William Annin Middle School Basking Ridge | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTGOMERY ACADEMY Basking Ridge | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Bernards High School Bernardsville | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| MENDHAM COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Basking Ridge | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| SCHOOL OF SAINT ELIZABETH Bernardsville | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| ALAN E ZIMMER CHABAD PRESCHOOL Basking Ridge | 2.5 mi | — |
| Millington Elementary School Millington | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| BONNIE BRAE SCHOOL Liberty Corner | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Marion T. Bedwell Elementary School Bernardsville | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Bernardsville Middle School Bernardsville | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Liberty Corner School Liberty Corner | 2.9 mi | 9.6 |
| Central Middle School Stirling | 2.9 mi | 8.6 |
| LONG HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Stirling | 3.1 mi | — |
| HUDSONWAY IMMERSION SCHOOL Stirling | 3.2 mi | 7.6 |
| THE ALBROOK SCHOOL Basking Ridge | 3.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Harding Township School New Vernon | 3.8 mi | 9.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07920 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$184,630
Median Home Value
$769,300
Median Rent
$2,330/mo
Population
28,390
College Educated
73.5%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
46.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Atlantic Highlands Elementary School Atlantic Highlands, NJ | 6.0 |
| Franklin Elementary School Succasunna, NJ | 6.0 |
| Fredon Township School Newton, NJ | 6.0 |
| Greenwood Elementary School Hamilton, NJ | 6.0 |
| HOLY TRINITY Westfield, NJ | 6.0 |
| Heywood Avenue Elementary School Orange, NJ | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St James School
What grades does St James School serve?
St James School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St James School?
St James School has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St James School?
The student-teacher ratio at St James School is 10.6:1. 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 NJ?
St James School ranks #342 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is St James School's MySchoolScout rating?
St James School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 286
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Somerset County
- Phone
- (908) 766-4774
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