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#258 of 571 private schools in WI
Top 45% of private schools
St James Elementary
Elementary School
2502 11TH ST, Eau Claire, WI 54703
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#258 of 571
In Eau Claire
#2 of 6
public schools
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St James Elementary
Elementary School in Eau Claire · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St James Elementary
St James Elementary is a private elementary school in Eau Claire, WI. St James Elementary serves approximately 80 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St James Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #258 of 571 private schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for St James Elementary show 37% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 80 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.
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, St James Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
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 17 public schools serving similar grades in Eau Claire, WI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St James Elementary (this school) | 6.6 |
| Roosevelt Elementary | 6.9 |
| Chippewa Valley Montessori Charter School | 8.1 |
| Prairie Ridge Early Learning School | 4.8 |
| Lakeshore Elementary | 7.9 |
| Sherman Elementary | 7.9 |
| Second Avenue School | — |
| Eau Claire Virtual School | 5.0 |
| Eau Claire Community Sites | 3.7 |
| Longfellow Elementary | 6.3 |
| Flynn Elementary | 8.6 |
| Putnam Heights Elementary | 7.6 |
| Davey Elementary | 7.6 |
| Manz Elementary | 8.5 |
| Northwoods Elementary | 7.4 |
| Locust Lane Elementary | 7.2 |
| Robbins Elementary | 6.8 |
| Meadowview Elementary | 8.6 |
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 WI.
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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 WI
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 14 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2502 11TH ST, Eau Claire, WI 54703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St James Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Flynn Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Manz Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chippewa Valley Montessori Charter School (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Eau Claire, see our Eau Claire schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Roosevelt Elementary Eau Claire | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| DeLong Middle Eau Claire | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Chippewa Valley Montessori Charter School Eau Claire | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Prairie Ridge Early Learning School Eau Claire | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Lakeshore Elementary Eau Claire | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| EAU CLAIRE ACADEMY Eau Claire | 1.3 mi | — |
| Second Avenue School Eau Claire | 1.6 mi | — |
| Sherman Elementary Eau Claire | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Eau Claire Community Sites Eau Claire | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Eau Claire Virtual School Eau Claire | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Longfellow Elementary Eau Claire | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Putnam Heights Elementary Eau Claire | 2.7 mi | 7.6 |
| North High Eau Claire | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| ST MARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL Eau Claire | 3.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Flynn Elementary Eau Claire | 2.6 mi | 8.6 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eau Claire | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Manz Elementary Eau Claire | 3.1 mi | 8.5 |
| MESSIAH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Eau Claire | 2.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Davey Elementary Eau Claire | 2.9 mi | 7.6 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Eau Claire | 2.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 54703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,801
Median Home Value
$224,600
Median Rent
$986/mo
Population
43,022
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
62.9%
Avg Commute
17 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
35.6
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| PRAIRIE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Prairie Du Chier, WI | 6.6 |
| ST ANNE'S SCHOOL Somerset, WI | 6.6 |
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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 5th.
How many students attend St James Elementary?
St James Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 80 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St James Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at St James Elementary is 8.8:1. 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 WI?
St James Elementary ranks #258 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is St James Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
St James Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at St James Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St James Elementary has 37% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).
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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 80
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Eau Claire County
- Phone
- (715) 830-2277
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