St. James School serves 115 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student:teacher of St. James School is 10:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,375
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
115 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- School Motto: Via Veritas Vita
- School Mascot: Thunder
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. James School cost?
St. James School's tuition is approximately $6,375 for private students.
What schools are St. James School often compared to?
St. James School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Francis Xavier School by visitors of our site.
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).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
Popular comparisons: St. James School vs. St. Francis Xavier School
The nearest high school to St. James School is South Park Christian Academy (3.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Francis Xavier School (3.4 miles away)
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St. Francis Xavier School
(Catholic)
2614 Seneca St
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 232-4911
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 232-4911
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 252 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
South Park Christian Academy
(Assembly of God)
4405 S. 22nd St.
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 232-6424
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 232-6424
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 45 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
301 N 7th St
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 232-0553
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 232-0553
3.7 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 44 students
Of St. Joseph
(Catholic)
518 N 11th St
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 232-7763
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 232-7763
3.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 228 students Sports: 4 Tuition listed
Bishop LeBlond High School![Bishop LeBlond High School Photo]( "Bishop LeBlond High School Photo")
(Catholic)
3529 Frederick Ave
Saint Joseph, MO 64506
(816) 279-1629
Saint Joseph, MO 64506
(816) 279-1629
5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 160 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 12 Tuition listed
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