St. James The Apostle School (2026 Profile)

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St. James The Apostle School

St. James the Apostle Catholic School is a Christ-centered community where children can grow in faith, values of service and academic excellence.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 227 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,900
Acceptance rate: 99%
Average class size: 17 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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St. James The Apostle School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students

227 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

97%

State avg.: 41%

Students by Grade

St. James The Apostle School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

19:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

17 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,900

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Tuition Notes

1 Child = $4,900/yr 2 Children = $9,055/yr 3 Children = $12,569/yr

Acceptance Rate

99%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Christine Aguilera

Admissions Associate

Angelita Farias

Sports

Total Sports Offered

8 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

SoccerSoftball

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

6 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Abrakadoodle - Art ClubBallet Folklorio

Choir ClubMarian Club

Starbase KellyTwinkle Toes - Dance Club

School Notes

Families interested in their children enrolling in the following grade levels must comply with the Archdiocesan age requirements listed below...

3K (PreK-3) - 3 years old by Sept. 1st
4K (PreK-4) - 4 years old by Sept. 1st
5K (Kindergarten) - 5 years old by Sept. 1st

Students must be fully toilet trained before admission. All studnets will be given a grade readiness assesment before admittance.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. James The Apostle School cost?

St. James The Apostle School's tuition is approximately $4,900 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of St. James The Apostle School?

The acceptance rate of St. James The Apostle School is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 83%.

What sports does St. James The Apostle School offer?

St. James The Apostle School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.

When is the application deadline for St. James The Apostle School?

The application deadline for St. James The Apostle School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. James The Apostle School located?

St. James The Apostle School is located in the Palm Heights neighborhood of San Antonio, TX.

School Calendar

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8th Grade LAST DAY OF SCHOOL

May 21, 2026 (Thursday)

Noon Dismissal - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL

May 29, 2026 (Friday)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 227 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,900
Acceptance rate: 99%
Average class size: 17 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in San Antonio, TX is $11,812 for elementary schools and $12,710 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in San Antonio, TX is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).