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#65 of 102 private schools in OK

St James Catholic School

Elementary School

1224 SW 41ST ST, Oklahoma City, OK 73109

Private

Enrollment

143

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Oklahoma private schools

#65 of 102

In Oklahoma City

#17 of 24

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St James Catholic School

5.9/10

Elementary School in Oklahoma City · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About St James Catholic School

St James Catholic School is a private elementary school in Oklahoma City, OK. St James Catholic School serves approximately 143 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St James Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #65 of 102 private schools in OK.

How it comparesOn par with OK schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • OK avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

At 143 students, St James Catholic 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.

St James Catholic 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

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How St James Catholic School compares to 113 public schools serving similar grades in Oklahoma City, OK

Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
This School
vs
16.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
143
This School
vs
606
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.9
This School
vs
5.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 76.9% vs 0%
White 14% vs 0%
Asian 2.8% vs 0%
Black 2.1% vs 0%
St James Catholic School Oklahoma City Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St James Catholic School (this school) 5.9
FILLMORE ES 5.7
HERONVILLE ES 6.1
SANTA FE SOUTH EARLY CHILDHOOD 5.3
Santa Fe South Penn ES 7.2
COOLIDGE ES 6.6
ADELAIDE LEE ES 6.0
ESPERANZA ES 5.6
VAN BUREN ES 7.2
SANTA FE SOUTH SPERO ES 8.1
CAPITOL HILL MS 5.4
MARY GOLDA ROSS MS 4.9
PRAIRIE QUEEN ES 4.8
JEFFERSON MS 5.0
WESTERN GATEWAY 7.4
SOUTHEAST MS 6.7
ROOSEVELT MS 5.8
CESAR CHAVEZ ES 6.2
HILLCREST ES 6.4
ARTHUR ES 7.8
WEBSTER MS 5.1

Showing 20 of 113 schools. View all schools in Oklahoma City

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 OK.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C 2.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,350
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 37%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
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Enrollment 143
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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 OK

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Hispanic 76.9%
White 14.0%
Asian 2.8%
Two or More 2.8%
Black 2.1%
Native American 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1224 SW 41ST ST, Oklahoma City, OK 73109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St James Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SANTA FE SOUTH SPERO ES (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WESTERN GATEWAY (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Santa Fe South Penn ES (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oklahoma City, see our Oklahoma City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PAUL'S COMMUNITY SCHOOL Oklahoma City 0.4 mi 4.1
FILLMORE ES Oklahoma City 0.7 mi 5.7
U. S. GRANT HS Oklahoma City 0.7 mi 4.7
HERONVILLE ES Oklahoma City 0.8 mi 6.1
SANTA FE SOUTH EARLY CHILDHOOD Oklahoma City 0.8 mi 5.3
CAPITOL HILL HS Oklahoma City 0.9 mi 4.6
Santa Fe South Penn ES Oklahoma City 1.0 mi 7.2
ADELAIDE LEE ES Oklahoma City 1.3 mi 6.0
COOLIDGE ES Oklahoma City 1.3 mi 6.6
PRAIRIE QUEEN ES Oklahoma City 1.6 mi 4.8
ESPERANZA ES Oklahoma City 1.3 mi 5.6
VAN BUREN ES Oklahoma City 1.4 mi 7.2
JEFFERSON MS Oklahoma City 1.7 mi 5.0
CAPITOL HILL MS Oklahoma City 1.5 mi 5.4
MARY GOLDA ROSS MS Oklahoma City 1.6 mi 4.9
SANTA FE SOUTH SPERO ES Oklahoma City 1.5 mi 8.1
WESTERN GATEWAY Oklahoma City 1.8 mi 7.4
SOUTHEAST HS Oklahoma City 1.7 mi 7.1
SOUTHEAST MS Oklahoma City 2.0 mi 6.7
HILLCREST ES Oklahoma City 2.1 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 73109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$40,944

Median Home Value

$89,300

Median Rent

$851/mo

Population

20,904

College Educated

7.5%

Homeownership

45.8%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

30%

Median Age

31.5

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YARBROUGH ES Goodwell, OK 5.9
BURLINGTON ES Burlington, OK 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St James Catholic School

What grades does St James Catholic School serve?

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

How many students attend St James Catholic School?

St James Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 143 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St James Catholic School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St James Catholic School rank in OK?

St James Catholic School ranks #65 of 102 private schools in OK.

What is St James Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

St James Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Catholic School a private school?

Yes, St James Catholic 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 Catholic School a religious school?

St James Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
143
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Oklahoma County

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