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#520 of 713 private schools in OH

St James the Greater School

Elementary School

6111 CHEVIOT RD, Cincinnati, OH 45247

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

568

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

568

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Ohio private schools

#520 of 713

In Cincinnati

#70 of 77

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About St James the Greater School

St James the Greater School is a private elementary school in Cincinnati, OH. St James the Greater School serves approximately 568 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St James the Greater School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #520 of 713 private schools in OH.

How it compares1.1 pts below OH schools

5.6

This school 5.6 · Average
OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

St James the Greater 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.

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How St James the Greater School compares to 146 public schools serving similar grades in Cincinnati, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio

16.5:1

This School

17.4:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

568

This School

544

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.6

This School

5.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 88.4% vs 0%

Black 2.5% vs 0%

Asian 1.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 0.9% vs 0%

St James the Greater School Cincinnati Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St James the Greater School (this school)	—	568	16.5:1	5.6
White Oak Middle School	0.8 mi	722	17.6:1	4.5
Monfort Heights Elementary School	1.1 mi	575	18.5:1	6.9
Struble Elementary School	1.3 mi	807	17.2:1	5.9
Mt. Airy School	1.3 mi	561	17:1	6.1
Cincinnati Achievement Academy	1.7 mi	169	16.9:1	6.7
Elevated Excellence Academy	2.2 mi	61	12.2:1	3.8
Colerain Middle School	2.5 mi	555	15.4:1	4.7
Colerain Elementary School	2.6 mi	665	18:1	6.6
North College Hill Trojan Way Learning Center	2.7 mi	101	14.4:1	2.8
Aiken New Tech High School	2.8 mi	1,195	15.7:1	3.4
College Hill Fundamental Academy	2.8 mi	433	16.7:1	4.2
North College Hill Middle School	2.9 mi	443	15.3:1	3.5
Pleasant Hill Academy	3.2 mi	412	15.8:1	3.9
Cheviot School	3.3 mi	566	16.6:1	6.6
Mt. Healthy Preparatory and Fitness Academy	3.4 mi	195	32.5:1	3.8
Bridgetown Middle School	3.4 mi	635	21.2:1	6.9
Mt. Healthy South Elementary School	3.4 mi	595	12.4:1	4.3
Oakdale Elementary School	3.5 mi	740	22.4:1	7.8
Taylor Elementary School	3.6 mi	749	16.6:1	4.7
Mt Healthy Junior High School	3.7 mi	458	13.9:1	4.5

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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 OH.

Classroom Attention

C+ 3.6 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.5:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 7.8 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,211

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 21%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 6.1 / 10

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Enrollment 568

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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 OH

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 88.4%

Two or More 6.3%

Black 2.5%

Asian 1.9%

Hispanic 0.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6111 CHEVIOT RD, Cincinnati, OH 45247

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St James the Greater School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARTIN OF TOURS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Monfort Heights Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cincinnati Achievement Academy (rated 6.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
White Oak Middle School Cincinnati	0.8 mi	722	4.5
Monfort Heights Elementary School Cincinnati	1.1 mi	575	6.9
LA SALLE HIGH SCHOOL Cincinnati	1.3 mi	546	5.6
ST IGNATIUS SCHOOL Cincinnati	1.4 mi	1,040	5.3
Struble Elementary School Cincinnati	1.3 mi	807	5.9
OUR LADY OF GRACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cincinnati	1.5 mi	400	6.0
Mt. Airy School Cincinnati	1.3 mi	561	6.1
Colerain High School Cincinnati	1.9 mi	1,754	4.0
Cincinnati Achievement Academy Cincinnati	1.7 mi	169	6.7
Houston Educational Service and Early Childhood Center Cincinnati	2.5 mi	219	3.2
Colerain Middle School Cincinnati	2.5 mi	555	4.7
Colerain Elementary School Cincinnati	2.6 mi	665	6.6
Elevated Excellence Academy Cincinnati	2.2 mi	61	3.8
MERCY MCAULEY HIGH SCHOOL Cincinnati	2.5 mi	420	6.4
Cheviot School Cincinnati	3.3 mi	566	6.6
North College Hill Trojan Way Learning Center Cincinnati	2.7 mi	101	2.8
Rising Stars at Cheviot/Westwood Cincinnati	3.5 mi	131	5.1
Aiken New Tech High School Cincinnati	2.8 mi	1,195	3.4
Rising Stars at Aiken New Tech/College Hill Cincinnati	2.8 mi	47	5.6
ST MARTIN OF TOURS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cincinnati	3.5 mi	239	7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45247 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,810

Median Home Value

$268,300

Median Rent

$1,095/mo

Population

23,588

College Educated

39.5%

Homeownership

81.1%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

Median Age

43.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Bolton Crossing Elementary Grove, OH	717	5.6
Caldwell Elementary School Caldwell, OH	498	5.6
Cherry Hill Primary Washington, OH	480	5.6
Cornerstone Elementary School Wooster, OH	349	5.6
Donnelsville Elementary School Donnelsville, OH	353	5.6
Groveport Community School Groveport, OH	641	5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St James the Greater School

What grades does St James the Greater School serve?

St James the Greater School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend St James the Greater School?

St James the Greater School has an enrollment of approximately 568 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St James the Greater School?

The student-teacher ratio at St James the Greater School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St James the Greater School rank in OH?

St James the Greater School ranks #520 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is St James the Greater School's MySchoolScout rating?

St James the Greater School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 the Greater School a private school?

Yes, St James the Greater 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 the Greater School a religious school?

St James the Greater School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 21 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 28 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 568
Gender Split: 54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 34
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 173 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Hamilton County
Phone: (513) 741-5333

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