St. Francis - St. James United Catholic School is a living faith community.
Under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, we endeavor to provide an environment in which each child can grow spiritually, morally, intellectually, socially, aesthetically and physically.
We, at St. Francis - St. James United School, believe that Jesus is Lord of our lives and integration of our basic Christian principles is fundamental to our unity in the Catholic faith.
We also believe that the unique development and growth of self-esteem, respect and talents in each individual are vital for Christian living.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
108 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. Francis St.. James United School?
The application deadline for St. Francis St.. James United School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to St. Francis St.. James United School is St. Paul Academy & Summit School (1.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Macdonald Montessori Center (1.0 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
175 Western Ave S
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 227-1039
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 227-1039
1 miles
Gr: K | 40 students
1150 Goodrich Avenue
Saint Paul, MN 55105
(651) 698-2451
Saint Paul, MN 55105
(651) 698-2451
1.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 918 students Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Thomas More School ![St. Thomas More School Photo]( "St. Thomas More School Photo")
(Catholic)
1065 Summit Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55105
(651) 224-4836
Saint Paul, MN 55105
(651) 224-4836
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 278 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Cretin Derham Hall
(Catholic)
550 Albert St S
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 690-2443
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 690-2443
1.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,220 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 25 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Holy Spirit School ![Holy Spirit School Photo]( "Holy Spirit School Photo")
(Catholic)
515 Albert Street S
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 698-3353
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 698-3353
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 271 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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