St. James Elementary School in Red Bank, New Jersey, is a Catholic elementary school which provides a Christian environment for academic education of youth, under the direction of the Education Office of the Diocese of Trenton, the pastor of St. James Church and the school administration.
St. James does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or ethnic origin in acceptance of students.
St. James is a community based on Catholic faith, tradition, and values.
Our purpose is to prepare the student for his or her role as a contributing Christian member of society.
By cognitively and consistently providing opportunities for our children to grow in the knowledge of God, self, and the world in which they live, St. James School endeavors, in cooperation with parents, to develop individuals of good moral character.
We strives to create a nurturing environment in which the whole child grows as a complete person, one who understands core values, embraces them, and acts upon them in response to the daily events of life.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. James Continuation School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2018
Student Body
Total Students
433 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is St. James Continuation School's ranking?
St. James Continuation School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. James Continuation School?
The application deadline for St. James Continuation School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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