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St. James The Greater School

6111 Cheviot Road Cincinnati, OH 45247

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked OH School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 643 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,136
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
St. James The Greater School Photo #1 - Our students are eager to learn!
St. James The Greater School Photo #2 - The St. James School logo.
St. James The Greater School Photo #3 - Students develop life-long friendships.
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St. James The Greater School Photo #7 - Our Science Lab is utilized by students from kindergarten through 8th grade. Often times, our junior high students will partner with students in younger grades to complete labs and reports together.
St. James The Greater School Photo #8 - Our kindergarten students get a strong foundation of skills that supports future growth, all in a fun-filled environment that gets students excited about learning.
St. James The Greater School Photo #9 - Students are grouped by ability for reading and for math in grades 4-8. This helps us provide extra support to students in need and to push students to higher levels as well.
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked OH School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 643 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,136
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Affordability
Student Body
School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1843
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
643 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 25%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
49%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Boys: White polo & navy blue pants; Girls: White polo & plaid skirt/jumper
School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition rate for one child for 2021-2022 school year.
Admissions Director
Chrissy Riggins

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
17 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
7th & 8th Grade Academic TeamsAmerican Heritage Girls
Book ClubChess Club
Curious Minds STEAM ClubEuchre Club
Girl ScoutsLeadership Council
Mass MinistersPower of the Pen
Reading clubScouting
Speech TeamSpelling Bee


Arts and Music Programs:
8th Grade MusicalCantors
Hand Bell Choir

School Notes

  • As a Catholic faith community, St. James School is dedicated to supporting families by providing an atmosphere which will allow their children to develop spiritually, academically, socially, emotionally, physically, and aesthetically.
  • Through instruction in basic skills and higher level thinking skills, the students will become literate, self-disciplined, faith-filled, independent, and confident learners who demonstrate positive attitudes, appropriate social/emotional behavior, and strive to live as children of God.
  • As a Catholic faith community, St. James School is dedicated to supporting families by providing an atmosphere which will allow their children to develop spiritually, academically, socially, emotionally, physically, and aesthetically. Through instruction in basic skills and higher level thinking skills, the students will become literate, self-disciplined, faith-filled, independent, and confident learners who demonstrate positive attitudes, appropriate social/emotional behavior, and strive to live as children of God.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. James The Greater School cost?
St. James The Greater School's tuition is approximately $4,136 for private students.
What sports does St. James The Greater School offer?
St. James The Greater School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. James The Greater School's ranking?
St. James The Greater School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Least expensive tuition, Largest student body, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. James The Greater School?
The application deadline for St. James The Greater School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. James The Greater School located?
St. James The Greater School is located in the White Oak West neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH.

School Reviews

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My four children have recieved a wonderful education at St. James in a wonderful environment by teachers and staff who really care about all the students. They are very well prepared for excelling in high school and beyond.
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The average private school tuition in Cincinnati, OH is $8,094 for elementary schools and $16,401 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Cincinnati, OH is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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