St. James Cathedral School is an educational ministry of St. James Cathedral Church.
A Catholic school committed to outstanding academic and spiritual development of all students, St. James Cathedral School provides varied opportunities for students to discover and develop their unique God-given gifts in a safe and stimulating learning environment.
The love and stewardship of Jesus is our inspiration.
Come to Learn. Leave to Serve We believe it is our role to develop and foster each child's unique, God-given gifts by encouraging students to do all they are capable of doing by themselves in child-centered classrooms where teachers act as facilitators; We believe that Catholic schools should provide children with a spiritual and academic foundation that will lead to the development of creative and ethical problem solvers who will make a positive contribution to our world.
We believe that a St. James education should include intellectual, spiritual, moral, and emotional formation that reflects the values we hold most dearly - integrity, honesty, moral courage, discipline, and initiative.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked FL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. James Cathedral School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1928
Summer School Offered
Yes
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in n/a
Student Body
Total Students
456 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Average Class Size
25 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Mrs. Julie Markewicz
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
School Notes
- School Motto: Come to Learn. Leave to Serve.
- We believe it is our mission as Catholic educators to model the values and beliefs we teach in a faith-based community that fosters self-respect and respect for others.
- We believe it is our role to develop and foster each child`s unique, God-given gifts by encouraging students to do all they are capable of doing by themselves in child-centered classrooms where teachers act as facilitators.
- We believe that Catholic schools should provide children with a spiritual and academic foundation that will lead to the development of creative and ethical problem solvers who will make a positive contribution to our world.
- We believe that a St. James education should include intellectual, spiritual, moral, and emotional formation that reflects the values we hold most dearly- integrity, honesty, moral courage, discipline, and initiative
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. James Cathedral School often compared to?
St. James Cathedral School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. James Cathedral School offer?
St. James Cathedral School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Flag Football, Soccer, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track.
What is St. James Cathedral School's ranking?
St. James Cathedral School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. James Cathedral School?
The application deadline for St. James Cathedral School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. James Cathedral School located?
St. James Cathedral School is located in the Lake Eola Heights neighborhood of Orlando, FL. There are 3 other private schools located in Lake Eola Heights.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
No School Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
No School Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
No School Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2025 (Friday)
No School Spring Break
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
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The nearest high school to St. James Cathedral School is Veritas Academy Of Central Florida (0.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is E.h. Mott Learning Center (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Trinity Lutheran School Child Development Center (0.3 miles away)
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Location
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Grades
Students
Grades: NS-12 | 1,500 students 4.1 miles 2667 Bruton Blvd
Orlando, FL 32805
(407) 206-8602
Orlando, FL 32805
(407) 206-8602
4.1
NS-12
1,500
Good Shepherd Catholic School
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-8 | 437 students 4.1 miles 5902 Oleander Dr
Orlando, FL 32807
(407) 277-3973
Orlando, FL 32807
(407) 277-3973
4.1
PK-8
437
Trinity Lutheran School Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(3)
Grades: NS-PK 0.3 miles 123 E Livingston Street
Orlando, FL 32801
(407) 488-1919
Orlando, FL 32801
(407) 488-1919
0.3
NS-PK
n/a
St. Andrew Catholic School
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-8 | 329 students 5.3 miles 877 N Hastings St
Orlando, FL 32808
(407) 295-4230
Orlando, FL 32808
(407) 295-4230
5.3
PK-8
329
Grades: PK-8 | 508 students 5.7 miles 6200 S Orange Blossom Trl
Orlando, FL 32809
(407) 855-4660
Orlando, FL 32809
(407) 855-4660
5.7
PK-8
508
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