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St. James the Greater Early Childhood

1360 Tamm Avenue Saint Louis, MO 63139

Quick Facts (2026-27)

St. James the Greater Early Childhood Photo #1 - St. James has a spacious dedicated Library for reading, research, & study.
St. James the Greater Early Childhood Photo #2 - A new playground structure has been installed for the 2012-13 school year.
St. James the Greater Early Childhood Photo #3 - Our updated computer lab has 25 separate work stations, new CPU's and flat screen monitors. Laptop computers are also available.
St. James the Greater Early Childhood Photo #4 - Students participate in a "Living Rosary" two times per year to demonstrate "Faith in Action".
St. James the Greater Early Childhood Photo #5 - All students in grades K-8 attend classes in Chinese!
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About the School

  • Established and directed by the Parish of St. James the Greater, our mission is to provide a quality Catholic education, which prepares each child to be a successful, productive, and loving human being.
  • We accomplish this by providing academic excellence through a developmentally-appropriate curriculum, strong in the basic skills.
  • We recognize each student`s abilities, and we strive to inspire an enthusiasm for lifelong learning.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Rankings

St. James the Greater Early Childhood ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:

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School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Full-time learning consultant on staff.
Year Founded
1902

Student Body

Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 21%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Director

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. James the Greater Early Childhood's ranking?
St. James the Greater Early Childhood ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. James the Greater Early Childhood?
The application deadline for St. James the Greater Early Childhood is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Saint Louis, MO is $17,419 for elementary schools and $21,551 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Saint Louis, MO is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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