Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
St. James' Episcopal School
About the School
- Located in Warrenton, VA, St. James' Episcopal School offers co–ed education for grades PK through 5 in a suburban setting.
- Founded in 1982, the school enrolls approximately 270 students with a student–teacher ratio of 23:1 and an average class size of 8.
- The school has an Episcopal religious affiliation and operates on a rolling admissions basis.
- St. James' Episcopal School has 6% student diversity and is a member of the Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS).
- Casual dress code policies are in place, and the school serves families seeking early childhood and elementary education in the Warrenton area.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
St. James' Episcopal School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
270 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 31%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
8 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniforms in grades K-5
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
See school website for tuition rates
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
artChess club
sports
School Notes
- Saint James' Episcopal School provides exceptional, affordable educational offerings in Preschool (age 2) through Grade 5 that build strong intellect, character, and faith. Our excellent learning experience offers purposefully small class sizes, truly caring faculty, appropriately challenging academics, Christ-centered worship, and multiple global and local service opportunities. The SJES experience teaches students to be kind, productive, conscientious, and fully prepared to make a significant contribution to any community they choose to join in the future.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. James' Episcopal School's ranking?
St. James' Episcopal School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. James' Episcopal School?
The application deadline for St. James' Episcopal School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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December 21, 2026 (Monday)
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December 22, 2026 (Tuesday)
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December 23, 2026 (Wednesday)
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December 24, 2026 (Thursday)
School Closed
December 25, 2026 (Friday)
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Warrenton, VA 20187
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Distance: 6.7 mi
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(540) 349-4989
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597 Broadview Ave
Warrenton, VA 20186
(540) 878-2700
Distance: 6.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 109 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 3
Christian
4258 Burrough Drive Suite 300
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 349-4989
Distance: 6.8 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 418 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 4
Specialized Curriculum (Christian)
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(540) 680-4111
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(540) 347-2458
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 503 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 12
597 Broadview Ave
Warrenton, VA 20186
(540) 878-2700
Distance: 6.2 mi
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All-girls | Specialized Curriculum (Catholic)
6530 Commerce Ct
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 428-3500
Distance: 6.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 109 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 3
Christian
4258 Burrough Drive Suite 300
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 349-4989
Distance: 6.8 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 418 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 4
Specialized Curriculum (Christian)
4177 Bludau Drive
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 680-4111
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 278 students
Catholic
271 Winchester St.
Warrenton, VA 20186
(540) 347-2458
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 503 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 12
597 Broadview Ave
Warrenton, VA 20186
(540) 878-2700
Distance: 6.2 mi
Gr: PK-1 | 16 students
All-girls | Specialized Curriculum (Catholic)
6530 Commerce Ct
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 428-3500
Distance: 6.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 109 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 3
Christian
4258 Burrough Drive Suite 300
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 349-4989
Distance: 6.8 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 418 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 4
Specialized Curriculum (Christian)
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(540) 680-4111
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