St. James Catholic School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

View full size Get directions

REQUEST INFO

SAVE SCHOOL

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked GA School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 393 students
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. James Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Students By Grade

View Data

Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. James Catholic School
Kind	46
1	48
2	33
3	49
4	45
5	40
6	51
7	43
8	38

Download Table: Download as CSV | Download as XML | Download as JSON

Download Full School Data: Full School Dataset XML | Full School Dataset JSON

Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

Year Founded

1956

Campus Size

10 acres

Student Body

Total Students

393 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

30%

State avg.: 28%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

40 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

30%

Average Class Size

15 students

Number of AP Courses

1 course

Advanced Courses

Advanced Math grades 5-8

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

See tuition posted on our website.

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

9 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringFootball

GolfSoccer

SoftballTrack and Field

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

16 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Altar ServersBand

Boy ScoutsC-Saw Club- for animal welfare

ChoirCreative Kids Club grades PreK-1st

Environmental Science ClubGirl Scouts

Math TeamNational Junior Honor Society

Rosary GroupSafety Patrol

Spanish ClubStudent Council

Students of the Arts - SOTAYearbook

School Notes

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.

School Mascot: Chargers

"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

REQUEST FREE INFORMATION

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

5.00 out of 5 (2 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!

- Posted by Parent - kathy

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.

- Posted by Parent - pjw3

Endorse St. James Catholic School. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Academic or athletic awards

Recent Articles

August 25, 2026

Will This Curriculum Still Matter in 2035?

Learn how to evaluate future-ready private school curricula for 2035, focusing on durable knowledge, critical thinking, AI literacy, adaptability, communication, creativity, and real-world learning before choosing a school.

August 25, 2026

Private Schools for Creators, Trades & Startups

Explore how private schools support non-traditional career paths in creative industries, skilled trades, and entrepreneurship, plus what families should evaluate when choosing specialized programs for future-ready students today.

August 25, 2026

First 90 Days at Private School: Parent Guide

Learn how to read your child’s first 90 days at private school, distinguish healthy adjustment from genuine struggles, and know when academic, social, or emotional concerns require action.

Request Info

Email:

Name of parent:

Student first name:

Student last name:

Student date of birth:

Student is:

Male

Female

Currently in grade:

Seeking entry for grade:

Target start date:

Please briefly describe academic, athletic, and extracurricular interests of the student:

Home address:

City:

Country:

State:

Zip: (enter "N/A" if not applicable)

Phone:

Save this data and create your user profile. Create your own user account so you don't have to re-type your user data each time you request information. You'll also be able to track your information requests, get reminded of application dates, and more!

Username:

Password:

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Savannah, GA is $12,926 for elementary schools and $12,120 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Savannah, GA is 73% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).