Very Good
#250 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 29% of private schools
St James School
Middle School
3217 W CLEARFIELD ST, Philadelphia, PA 19132
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
4th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#250 of 873
In Philadelphia
#30 of 95
public schools
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St James School
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About St James School
St James School is a private middle school in Philadelphia, PA. St James School serves approximately 84 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St James School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #250 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
At 84 students, St James 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.
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, St James School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St James 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 School compares to 241 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St James School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Rhodes E Washington Sch | 5.4 |
| Allen Dr Ethel Sch | 4.6 |
| Philadelphia Hebrew Public CS | 7.0 |
| Mifflin Thomas Sch | 6.9 |
| Peirce Thomas M Sch | 4.1 |
| Wright Richard R Sch | 4.9 |
| Wissahickon CS | 3.3 |
| Dick William Sch | 2.9 |
| Blaine James G Sch | 2.6 |
| Mastery CS-Cleveland Elementary | 4.8 |
| Gideon Edward Sch | 4.1 |
| Kenderton El Sch | 5.7 |
| Frederick Douglass Mastery CS | 4.6 |
| Kelly John B Sch | 3.9 |
| Mastery Prep Elementary CS | 6.0 |
| KIPP North Philadelphia CS | 5.2 |
| KIPP Philadelphia CS | 3.3 |
| Kelley William D Sch | 6.0 |
| Steel Edward Sch | 3.8 |
| Fitler Academics Plus | 3.2 |
Showing 20 of 241 schools. View all schools in Philadelphia
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
3217 W CLEARFIELD ST, Philadelphia, PA 19132
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St James School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MERCY CAREER & TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is SMART CENTER ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Philadelphia Hebrew Public CS (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SMART CENTER ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| PRODIGY LEARNING CENTER Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Rhodes E Washington Sch Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| MERCY CAREER & TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-Technical High School Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Allen Dr Ethel Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Philadelphia Hebrew Public CS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Mifflin Thomas Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Strawberry Mansion HS Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Wright Richard R Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Peirce Thomas M Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Wissahickon CS Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Dobbins Area Vocational-Technical High School Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Blaine James G Sch Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 2.6 |
| Dick William Sch Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 2.9 |
| Gideon Edward Sch Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| REVOLUTION SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.6 mi | — |
| Kelly John B Sch Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Frederick Douglass Mastery CS Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19132 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$30,974
Median Home Value
$73,000
Median Rent
$1,055/mo
Population
31,627
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
51.5%
Avg Commute
35.2 min
Poverty Rate
33.1%
Median Age
38.8
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Centre Learning Community CS State College, PA | 7.4 |
| NATIVITYMIGUEL SCHOOL OF SCRANTON Scranton, PA | 6.9 |
| Benton Area MS Benton, PA | 7.6 |
| NAVTIVITY MIGUEL SCHL-SCRANTON Scranton, PA | 6.8 |
| THE NATIVITY SCHOOL OF HARRISBURG Harrisburg, PA | 6.6 |
| WEST FALLOWFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Atglen, PA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St James School
What grades does St James School serve?
St James School serves students in grades 4th through 8th.
How many students attend St James School?
St James School has an enrollment of approximately 84 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St James School?
The student-teacher ratio at St James School is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St James School rank in PA?
St James School ranks #250 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St James School's MySchoolScout rating?
St James School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 School a private school?
Yes, St James School is a private coeducational school with a Episcopal 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 School a religious school?
St James School has a Episcopal religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 4th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 84
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Episcopal
- School Day
- 9.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 198 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Phone
- (215) 226-1276
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