Saint James' Episcopal School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Located in Warrenton, VA, St. James' Episcopal School offers co–ed education for grades PK through 5 in a suburban setting.
Founded in 1982, the school enrolls approximately 270 students with a student–teacher ratio of 23:1 and an average class size of 8.
The school has an Episcopal religious affiliation and operates on a rolling admissions basis.
St. James' Episcopal School has 6% student diversity and is a member of the Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS).
Casual dress code policies are in place, and the school serves families seeking early childhood and elementary education in the Warrenton area.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked VA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 270 students
Average class size: 8 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Saint James' Episcopal School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Episcopal

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-5

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Saint James' Episcopal School
Nursery	90
Pre-K	80
Kind	24
1	17
2	16
3	16
4	15
5	12

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Nursery enrollment highest at 90 students, far above Pre-K at 80 and every other grade.

Year Founded

1982

Last Day of School

Fri. May 21, 2027

School Motto

The skills to do well. The moral compass to do good.

Student Body

Total Students

270 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 31%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

23:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

8 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Uniforms in grades K-5

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES)
Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

See school website for tuition rates.

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Sports

Colors

Red, white and blue

School Mascot

Golden Retriever

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

3 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

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artChess club

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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 low student to teacher ratios, 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.

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What is Saint James' Episcopal School's ranking?

Saint James' Episcopal School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Saint James' Episcopal School?

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

School Calendar

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Date

Thanksgiving Break Mini Camp/ 3YO Preschool- 5th (9:00am- 1:00pm)

November 23, 2026 (Monday)

Thanksgiving Break Mini Camp/ 3YO Preschool- 5th (9:00am- 1:00pm)

November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)

School Closed

December 21, 2026 (Monday)

School Closed

December 22, 2026 (Tuesday)

School Closed

December 23, 2026 (Wednesday)

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The average private school tuition in Fauquier County, VA is $12,820 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Fauquier County, VA is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).