Very Good
#186 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 21% of private schools
St James Elementary
Elementary School
2602 BUFFALO RD, Erie, PA 16510
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#186 of 873
In Erie
#4 of 14
public schools
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St James Elementary
Elementary School in Erie · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Diehl Sch
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About St James Elementary
St James Elementary is a private elementary school in Erie, PA. St James Elementary serves approximately 178 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St James Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #186 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 178 students, St James Elementary 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 Elementary 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 Elementary compares to 30 public schools serving similar grades in Erie, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St James Elementary (this school) | 7.4 |
| Diehl Sch | 3.0 |
| Iroquois JSHS | 5.2 |
| Edison El Sch | 2.8 |
| Iroquois El Sch | 7.3 |
| Rolling Ridge El Sch | 7.9 |
| JoAnna Connell Sch | 3.8 |
| Robert Benjamin Wiley Community CS | 3.8 |
| McKinley El Sch | 3.1 |
| East MS | 5.3 |
| Lincoln El Sch | 6.1 |
| Woodrow Wilson MS | 4.2 |
| Klein El Sch | 8.1 |
| Belle Valley El Sch | 8.1 |
| Pfeiffer-Burleigh Sch | 4.9 |
| Jefferson El Sch | 3.0 |
| Perseus House CS of Excellence | 3.1 |
| Clark El Sch | 8.0 |
| Perry El Sch | 2.9 |
| Strong Vincent MS | 5.4 |
| James S Wilson MS | 5.8 |
Showing 20 of 30 schools. View all schools in Erie
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 PA.
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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 PA
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
2602 BUFFALO RD, Erie, PA 16510
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St James Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Belle Valley El Sch (rated 8.1/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Klein El Sch (rated 8.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Rolling Ridge El Sch (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Erie, see our Erie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Diehl Sch Erie | 0.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Iroquois JSHS Erie | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Iroquois El Sch Erie | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| JoAnna Connell Sch Erie | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Edison El Sch Erie | 1.2 mi | 2.8 |
| Rolling Ridge El Sch Erie | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Robert Benjamin Wiley Community CS Erie | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| McKinley El Sch Erie | 2.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Lincoln El Sch Erie | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| East MS Erie | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Belle Valley El Sch Erie | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Woodrow Wilson MS Erie | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Klein El Sch Erie | 2.6 mi | 8.1 |
| DR GERTRUDE A BARBER CENTER, INC Erie | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| MERCYHURST PREPARATORY SCHOOL Erie | 3.0 mi | 5.7 |
| ST LUKE SCHOOL Erie | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| HARBORCREEK YOUTH SERVICES Harborcreek | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Jefferson El Sch Erie | 3.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Pfeiffer-Burleigh Sch Erie | 2.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Northwest PA Collegiate Academy Erie | 3.2 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16510 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,938
Median Home Value
$158,700
Median Rent
$796/mo
Population
25,152
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
79.4%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lake-Noxen El Sch Lehman, PA | 7.4 |
| NITTANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL State College, PA | 7.4 |
| New Franklin El Sch Chambersburg, PA | 7.4 |
| OLNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 7.4 |
| OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS SCHOOL Columbia, PA | 7.4 |
| REGINA ANGELORUM ACADEMY Ardmore, PA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St James Elementary
What grades does St James Elementary serve?
St James Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St James Elementary?
St James Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 178 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St James Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at St James Elementary is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St James Elementary rank in PA?
St James Elementary ranks #186 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St James Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
St James Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Elementary a private school?
Yes, St James Elementary 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 Elementary a religious school?
St James Elementary has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 178
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Erie County
- Phone
- (814) 899-3429
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