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

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Top Ranked NJ School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 341 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,500
Acceptance rate: 75%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Saint James School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Saint James School
Nursery	16
Pre-K	28
Kind	34
1	30
2	40
3	35
4	25
5	30
6	47
7	28
8	28

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Language-based or Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1965

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Student Body

Total Students

341 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

11%

State avg.: 40%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

24 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

40%

Average Class Size

18 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Khaki pants and polo shirt

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
State or regional independent school association

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,500

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Tuition Notes

Tuition rates depend on amount of children per family. Financial Aid is available.

Acceptance Rate

75%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

John Falcone

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

EquestrianGolf

Track and FieldVolleyball

School Notes

Saint James School is a National Blue Ribbon School 2024, where we strive everyday to provide a nurturing and safe environment where our students are challenged to be their best and become strong in their relationships with their classmates, teachers, and most importantly, with Jesus Christ. The faculty, staff, and administration of Saint James School focus on educating our children academically, emotionally, socially, and spiritually.

The mission of Saint James School is to develop Christ-centered academic excellence in all of our students, andthe entireSt.JamesSchoolcommunity shares in this mission. Saint James School is blessed with an active and supportive Home School Association that works closely with the school administration to organize events and raise funds.We promise to provide a safe, engaging and fun learning environment to nurture your child`s emerging skills.We believe that God works with us and through us.That God invites us into a deeper relationship with Him andcalls us into this community.That through community, character and integrity are forged, and we move away from self toward others. We believe in using our gifts and talents in the service of others and theimportance of conversation as a means to growth. We believe in the power of love to help us realize our God-given potential and theimportance of seeking truth, beauty, and goodness. We believe ina community where all members are respected and where we celebrate the accomplishments of one another.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Saint James School cost?

Saint James School's tuition is approximately $8,500 for private students.

What schools are Saint James School often compared to?

Saint James School is often viewed alongside schools like School Of Saint Elizabeth by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Saint James School?

The acceptance rate of Saint James School is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 82%.

What sports does Saint James School offer?

Saint James School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Equestrian, Golf, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Saint James School's ranking?

Saint James School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Saint James School?

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

School Reviews

5 7/24/2015

If you are looking for a faith-based, challenging academic environment that is also nurturing, St. James is an excellent school. They offer three world languages, small group learning for math and science (based on academic level), a performance-based academic enrichment program, a wide variety of sports and extracurricular activities, community service groups, a challenging curriculum (utilizing the honors grading system), and a heartfelt family environment. We moved our children from a different private school to St. James and have been so pleased with the level of education and professionalism of the entire staff. I highly recommend all that St. James has to offer.

- Posted by Parent - Jason

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Somerset County, NJ is $24,581 for elementary schools and $32,288 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Somerset County, NJ is 72% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).