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St James Methodist Kindergarten
Elementary School
213 N LANFORD RD, Spartanburg, SC 29301
Enrollment
9
Student-Teacher
15:1
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Enrollment
9
Student-Teacher
15:1
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About St James Methodist Kindergarten
St James Methodist Kindergarten is an Methodist private elementary school in Spartanburg, SC 29301. The school serves approximately 9 students in grades Kindergarten – Kindergarten with a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $56,606, where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a small city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 9 students, St James Methodist Kindergarten 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.
As a private school, St James Methodist Kindergarten 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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Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St James Methodist Kindergarten (this school) | — |
| Woodland Heights Elementary | 3.9 |
| Jesse S. Bobo Elementary | 5.3 |
| West View Elementary | 6.8 |
| The Cleveland Academy of Leadership | 8.6 |
| Green Charter School Spartanburg | 8.1 |
| Spartanburg Preparatory School | 6.0 |
| Mary H. Wright Elementary | 6.0 |
| Meeting Street Academy-Spartanburg | 5.2 |
| Arcadia Elementary | 5.4 |
| Pine St. Elementary | 8.6 |
| E. P. Todd School | 8.2 |
| Lone Oak Elementary | 4.0 |
| Drayton Mills Elementary | 7.7 |
| Cedar Springs Academy | 7.7 |
| SC School for the Deaf Elementary/Middle | 6.2 |
| SC School for the Blind Elementary/Middle | — |
| High Point Academy | 7.8 |
| Jesse Boyd Elementary | 9.2 |
| Fairforest Elementary | 5.7 |
| Cannons Elementary | 8.8 |
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
- Kindergarten – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 9 students
- Type
- Private · Methodist
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Address
- 213 N LANFORD RD, Spartanburg, SC 29301
- Phone
- (864) 576-1458
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in SC 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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
213 N LANFORD RD, Spartanburg, SC 29301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St James Methodist Kindergarten may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. The Cleveland Academy of Leadership (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away). Another option is Pine St. Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 3.3 miles away). Additionally, Green Charter School Spartanburg (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away). For more schools in Spartanburg, see our Spartanburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Woodland Heights Elementary Spartanburg | 0.2 mi | 3.9 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Spartanburg | 0.6 mi | — |
| Jesse S. Bobo Elementary Spartanburg | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| R. P. Dawkins Middle Moore | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| The Cleveland Academy of Leadership Spartanburg | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| West View Elementary Spartanburg | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY Spartanburg | 2.2 mi | — |
| Spartanburg Preparatory School Spartanburg | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Green Charter School Spartanburg Spartanburg | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Carver Middle Spartanburg | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Mary H. Wright Elementary Spartanburg | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Arcadia Elementary Spartanburg | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Meeting Street Academy-Spartanburg Spartanburg | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Spartanburg Six Child Development Center Spartanburg | 2.7 mi | — |
| ST PAUL THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Spartanburg | 2.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Fairforest Middle Spartanburg | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| OAKBROOK PREPARATORY SCHOOL Spartanburg | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Roebuck Elementary Roebuck | 3.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Pine St. Elementary Spartanburg | 3.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Anderson Mill Elementary Moore | 3.8 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,606
Median Home Value
$200,800
Median Rent
$1,126/mo
Population
35,694
College Educated
26.7%
Homeownership
62.9%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
37.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding St James Methodist Kindergarten has a median household income of $56,606. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $200,800, with a median rent of $1,126/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.7%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St James Methodist Kindergarten
What grades does St James Methodist Kindergarten serve?
St James Methodist Kindergarten serves students in grades Kindergarten through Kindergarten.
How many students attend St James Methodist Kindergarten?
St James Methodist Kindergarten has an enrollment of approximately 9 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St James Methodist Kindergarten?
The student-teacher ratio at St James Methodist Kindergarten is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is St James Methodist Kindergarten a private school?
Yes, St James Methodist Kindergarten is a private coeducational school with a Methodist 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 Methodist Kindergarten a religious school?
St James Methodist Kindergarten has a Methodist religious affiliation.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (6,760/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Spartanburg). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 9
- Gender Split
- 11% M / 89% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Methodist
- School Day
- 3.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- SPARTANBURG
- Phone
- (864) 576-1458
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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