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#96 of 186 private schools in OR
St James Catholic School
Elementary School
206 NE KIRBY ST, Mcminnville, OR 97128
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Oregon private schools
#96 of 186
In Mcminnville
#2 of 4
public schools
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About St James Catholic School
St James Catholic School is a private elementary school in Mcminnville, OR. St James Catholic School serves approximately 61 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St James Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #96 of 186 private schools in OR.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 61 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
BetaHow St James Catholic School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Mcminnville, OR
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St James Catholic School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Patton Middle School | 6.4 |
| Memorial Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Newby Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Duniway Middle School | 8.1 |
| Sue Buel Elementary | 4.6 |
| Grandhaven Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Willamette Elementary School | 6.6 |
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 OR.
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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 OR
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
206 NE KIRBY ST, Mcminnville, OR 97128
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St James Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Memorial Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Yamhill Carlton Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Carlton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wascher Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Lafayette), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mcminnville, see our Mcminnville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MCMINNVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mcminnville | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| McMinnville High School Mcminnville | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Patton Middle School Mcminnville | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| MCMINNVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mcminnville | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Memorial Elementary School Mcminnville | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Sue Buel Elementary Mcminnville | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| MCMINNVILLE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mcminnville | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Newby Elementary School Mcminnville | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Duniway Middle School Mcminnville | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Grandhaven Elementary School Mcminnville | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Willamette Elementary School Mcminnville | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Yamhill Carlton Elementary School Carlton | 5.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Amity Elementary School Amity | 6.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Wascher Elementary School Lafayette | 4.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Amity High School Amity | 6.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Amity Middle School Amity | 6.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Dayton Jr High School Dayton | 5.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Dayton High School Dayton | 5.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Dayton Grade School Dayton | 5.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Yamhill Carlton Intermediate School Yamhill | 9.1 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,055
Median Home Value
$419,200
Median Rent
$1,295/mo
Population
38,625
College Educated
28.4%
Homeownership
64.7%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
40.8
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|---|---|
| EARLY LEARNING COMMUNITY AT PACIFIC UNIVERSITY Forest Grove, OR | 6.2 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Portland, OR | 6.4 |
| Williams Elementary School Williams, OR | 6.4 |
| KINGSVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL North Bend, OR | 6.1 |
| MCMINNVILLE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mcminnville, OR | 6.1 |
| NEW HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Central Point, OR | 6.5 |
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 Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend St James Catholic School?
St James Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 61 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St James Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St James Catholic School is 14.2:1. 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 OR?
St James Catholic School ranks #96 of 186 private schools in OR.
What is St James Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St James Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 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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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 61
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 179 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Yamhill County
- Phone
- (503) 472-2661
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