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St James Child Development Center

Elementary School

1315 SW PARK AVE, Portland, OR 97201

Private

Enrollment

10

Student-Teacher

5:1

Grades

Pre-K – Kindergarten

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

Academic performance

7.3 / 10

Strong

About St James Child Development Center

St James Child Development Center is an Evangelical Lutheran Church in America private elementary school in Portland, OR 97201. The school serves approximately 10 students in grades Pre-K – Kindergarten with a student-teacher ratio of 5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $67,074, where 67% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large city setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 10 students, St James Child Development Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 5:1, St James Child Development Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, St James Child Development Center operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St James Child Development Center compares to 107 public schools serving similar grades in Portland, OR

Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
This School
vs
17.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
10
This School
vs
360
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
St James Child Development Center Portland Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St James Child Development Center (this school)
Emerson School 7.4
Ainsworth Elementary School 8.6
Metropolitan Learning Center 8.0
Chapman Elementary School 5.6
The Cottonwood School of Civics and Science 8.0
Abernethy Elementary School 9.2
Buckman Elementary School 7.9
Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School 9.5
Winterhaven School 9.1
Irvington Elementary School 9.4
Boise-Eliot Elementary School 7.5
Kairos PDX 7.1
Bridlemile Elementary School 9.1
Sunnyside Environmental School 8.8
Rieke Elementary School 9.4
Beverly Cleary School 8.6
Beach Elementary School 8.9
Grout Elementary School 9.4
Llewellyn Elementary School 9.3
Sabin Elementary School 8.4

Showing 20 of 107 schools. View all schools in Portland

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

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
10 students
Type
Private · Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
Address
1315 SW PARK AVE, Portland, OR 97201
Phone
(503) 227-2439
Data Year
SY 2021-22
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We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in OR aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.

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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1315 SW PARK AVE, Portland, OR 97201

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St James Child Development Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Abernethy Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away). Another option is INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF PORTLAND (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away). Additionally, Ainsworth Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away). For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
URBAN ED ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL OUTSIDE IN SCHOOL Portland 0.1 mi 5.6
NORTHWEST ACADEMY Portland 0.2 mi 8.4
PORTLAND CHINESE SCHOOL Portland 0.2 mi 1.8
Lincoln High School Portland 0.4 mi 8.1
Emerson School Portland 0.6 mi 7.4
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF PORTLAND Portland 0.8 mi 8.7
BRIDGES MIDDLE SCHOOL Portland 0.8 mi 5.6
Metropolitan Learning Center Portland 0.9 mi 8.0
CEDARWOOD WALDORF SCHOOL Portland 1.0 mi 6.5
Ainsworth Elementary School Portland 0.9 mi 8.6
CHILDPEACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland 1.4 mi 7.2
A RENAISSANCE SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Portland 1.7 mi 8.6
The Cottonwood School of Civics and Science Portland 1.7 mi 8.0
Harriet Tubman Middle School Portland 1.8 mi 9.4
Chapman Elementary School Portland 1.6 mi 5.6
CLASS ACADEMY Portland 1.9 mi 5.4
ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Portland 1.7 mi 7.7
Abernethy Elementary School Portland 1.7 mi 9.2
Boise-Eliot Elementary School Portland 2.3 mi 7.5
Buckman Elementary School Portland 1.7 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,074

Median Home Value

$648,400

Median Rent

$1,565/mo

Population

17,229

College Educated

66.6%

Homeownership

29.2%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

19.6%

Median Age

33.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding St James Child Development Center has a median household income of $67,074. It is a well-educated community where 67% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $648,400, with a median rent of $1,565/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.6%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St James Child Development Center

What grades does St James Child Development Center serve?

St James Child Development Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.

How many students attend St James Child Development Center?

St James Child Development Center has an enrollment of approximately 10 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St James Child Development Center?

The student-teacher ratio at St James Child Development Center is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is St James Child Development Center a private school?

Yes, St James Child Development Center is a private coeducational school with a Evangelical Lutheran Church in America 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 Child Development Center a religious school?

St James Child Development Center has a Evangelical Lutheran Church in America religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (6,288/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Portland). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
10
Gender Split
40% M / 60% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
240 days
Setting
Large City
County
MULTNOMAH
Data Year
2022–2023

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