St. James Catholic School
MIssion statement: St. James Catholic School is a Christ -centered community inspired by the charism of the IHM Sisters that prepares students for a life of learning and servcie to God.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked GA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. James Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1956
Student Body
Total Students
340 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
30%
Advanced Courses
Advanced Math grades 5-8
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
See tuition posted on our website.
Sports
Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Altar Servers, Band, Boy Scouts, C-Saw Club- for animal welfare, Choir, Creative Kids Club grades PreK-1st, Environmental Science Club, Girl Scouts, Math Team, National Junior Honor Society, Rosary Group, Safety Patrol, Spanish Club, Student Council, Students of the Arts - SOTA, Yearbook
School Notes
- "Lab Learner"science curriculum grades PreK-8.
- State of the Art interactive SMART boards utilized in all classrooms
- Spanish offered in grades PreK-8
- Fine arts- Music and Art
- Well equipped Computer and Science Labs Library complete with computers to enhance research
- Advanced Math offered 5-8 grades
- Students and parents involved in many community service programs
- School Nurse, Resource Teacher, Speech Specialist and Counselor
- Involved and interested parents
- Devoted to Embracing Diversity
- Certified, experienced faculty
- Religion taught daily
- Successful Athletic Program
- Well rounded extra curricular programs
- Award Winning School Board
- Health and Nutrition stressed
- After School Care
- Early Learning Center 1, 2 and 3 year old classes
- Please visit our website www.sjcs-savannahga.org
- We are available to answer questions and will be glad to provide a private tour of our campus
- Come see all we have to offer!
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does St. James Catholic School offer?
St. James Catholic School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. James Catholic School's ranking?
St. James Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Largest student body, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. James Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. James Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
We moved from a great school in the Atlanta area a few years ago and did not know what school to choose here in Savannah after touring a few and asking several people. Our kids liked St. James best and they couldn't exactly say why. Now I know. It is because of the welcoming feeling you get when you arrive, the love and encouragement the teachers and staff show the students, the desire to always be better and improve the curriculum, and the faith that is instilled in the children and the desire to give back to the community. We feel so blessed to have found St. James and know we are giving our children a great foundation!
5 8/20/2012
As a St. James School Alumni and now parent of 3 SJS students, SJS is my first choice! Every teacher presents a passion for their commitment to the students.
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