St. James Episcopal School serves 243 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, is a member of the Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS).
The student:teacher of St. James Episcopal School is 30:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Episcopal.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. James Episcopal School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1982
Student Body
Total Students
243 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
8 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniforms in grades K-5
Uniforms in grades K-5
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
See school website for tuition rates
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
art, Chess club, sports
art, Chess club, sports
School Notes
- Saint James' Episcopal School provides exceptional, affordable educational offerings in Preschool (age 2) through Grade 5 that build strong intellect, character, and faith. Our excellent learning experience offers purposefully small class sizes, truly caring faculty, appropriately challenging academics, Christ-centered worship, and multiple global and local service opportunities. The SJES experience teaches students to be kind, productive, conscientious, and fully prepared to make a significant contribution to any community they choose to join in the future.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. James Episcopal School's ranking?
St. James Episcopal School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. James Episcopal School?
The application deadline for St. James Episcopal School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
View the St. James Episcopal School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Preschool Last Day for W/F Classes
May 17, 2024 (Friday)
Preschool Last Day
May 21, 2024 (Tuesday)
School Closed
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
School Closed
May 27, 2024 (Monday)
Elementary First Day of School
August 21, 2024 (Wednesday)
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