Excellent
#21 of 571 private schools in WI
Top 4% of private schools
St James School
Elementary School
1204 SAINT JAMES CT, Madison, WI 53715
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#21 of 571
In Madison
#3 of 20
public schools
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St James School
Elementary School in Madison · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St James School
St James School is a private elementary school in Madison, WI. St James School serves approximately 101 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St James School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #21 of 571 private schools in WI.
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 101 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 7.8:1 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 49 public schools serving similar grades in Madison, WI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St James School (this school) | 8.4 |
| Randall Elementary School | 8.4 |
| 4K PK Off Site | 5.5 |
| Franklin Elementary | 6.1 |
| Metro School | — |
| James Wright Middle | 6.4 |
| Lincoln Elementary | 7.4 |
| Shorewood Hills Elementary | 9.4 |
| Lapham Elementary | 6.3 |
| Thoreau Elementary | 8.3 |
| Midvale Elementary | 7.4 |
| Badger Rock Middle | 8.0 |
| Southside Elementary School | 4.1 |
| Van Hise Elementary | 8.7 |
| Hamilton Middle | 7.5 |
| Cherokee Heights Middle | 6.7 |
| Leopold Elementary | 4.8 |
| Marquette Elementary | 7.9 |
| O'Keeffe Middle | 6.7 |
| One City Elementary School | 7.4 |
| One City Preparatory Academy | 5.7 |
Showing 20 of 49 schools. View all schools in Madison
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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1204 SAINT JAMES CT, Madison, WI 53715
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St James School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shorewood Hills Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Randall Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WINGRA SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Madison, see our Madison schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Randall Elementary School Madison | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| 4K PK Off Site Madison | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| EDGEWOOD CAMPUS SCHOOL Madison | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| EDGEWOOD HIGH SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART Madison | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Madison | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| James Wright Middle Madison | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Franklin Elementary Madison | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| West High Madison | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Metro School Madison | 1.2 mi | — |
| WOODLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Madison | 1.3 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elementary Madison | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| WINGRA SCHOOL Madison | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Capital High Madison | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| GREENWAY CROSSING MONTESSORI Madison | 2.4 mi | — |
| Shorewood Hills Elementary Madison | 2.1 mi | 9.4 |
| Lapham Elementary Madison | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Innovative High Madison | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Southside Elementary School Madison | 2.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Badger Rock Middle Madison | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL Madison | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53715 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,598
Median Home Value
$436,100
Median Rent
$1,533/mo
Population
15,499
College Educated
66.3%
Homeownership
19.4%
Avg Commute
16.4 min
Poverty Rate
51.3%
Median Age
21.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Discovery Charter School Columbus, WI | 8.4 |
| Flex Academy Little Chute, WI | 8.4 |
| School for Agricultural and Environmental Studies Fox Lake, WI | 8.4 |
| Sugar Camp Elementary Rhinelander, WI | 8.4 |
| Brighton Elementary Kansasville, WI | 8.3 |
| MADINAH ACADEMY OF MADISON Madison, WI | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St James School
What grades does St James School serve?
St James School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St James School?
St James School has an enrollment of approximately 101 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St James School?
The student-teacher ratio at St James School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St James School rank in WI?
St James School ranks #21 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is St James School's MySchoolScout rating?
St James School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 School a private school?
Yes, St James School 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 School a religious school?
St James School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 101
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dane County
- Phone
- (608) 268-9935
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