Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked ME School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
St. James School
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked ME School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
St. James School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
168 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 16%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Navy blue or khaki bottoms, navy blue, white or light blue shirts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Book ClubBrown Bag Ministry
First LEGO League TeamGardening
Student CouncilStudents to Sisters
Writing ClubYearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
BandChoir
Plays/Musicals
School Notes
- St. James School is committed to providing the best possible Catholic educational program for all students.
- We use a wide variety of teaching strategies to enhance the learning process. Students who attend St James School have the opportunity to learn and develop in a positive, caring family environment.
- Students are encouraged to discover their own gifts and uniqueness and to show an appreciation for other.
- Among the quality catholic education we provide, we emphasize the dignity and self worth of each individual who enters St James School.
- Saint James School (SJS) is a small Catholic private school where every child thrives! Find out why this school is perfect for your child! SJS was founded in 1992 by combining three local Catholic schools into one: Saint Joseph's, Saint Andre's and Saint Mary's.in 2010, a fourth school joined in when Notre Dame de Lourdes School became a part of Saint James School. SJS provides a Catholic environment that integrates faith, service and learning. This value-based education ensures that every child will graduate from Saint James School with the fundamentals needed to succeed in any path in which they choose to pursue. When you read the names of the top ten graduates of area high schools, you will recognize the names of Saint James graduates!
- Saint James is S.A.F.E. Service* Academics * Faith * Excellence
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. James School often compared to?
St. James School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Thomas Consolidated School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. James School offer?
St. James School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Soccer and Track and Field.
What is St. James School's ranking?
St. James School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maine for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. James School?
The application deadline for St. James School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 7/16/2014
I would recommend St James School to anyone. St James has great teachers that do a great job educating kids. Because of small class sizes the teachers can give students more help if they need it. Mrs. Naimey is a very good principal. Parent involvement is very good too. I wish my son enjoyed sports because St James has a lot to offer for sports. St James has a wonderful music and arts program. All this make St James School a five star school. Please call 282-4084 if you would like to schedule an appointment.
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