Dedicated to Catholicism, school prayers daily, religous projects, prayer rooms, mass.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CO School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,000
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. James Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1948
School Calendar
School Motto
Be doers of the word and not hearers only…
Student Body
Total Students
190 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
71%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
2%
Average Class Size
25 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
40 volunteer hours also required
% on Financial Aid
25%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Neo-cathloicism
School Notes
- Are you ready to dedicate your life to the church
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. James Catholic School cost?
St. James Catholic School's tuition is approximately $5,000 for private students.
What sports does St. James Catholic School offer?
St. James Catholic School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Volleyball.
What is St. James Catholic School's ranking?
St. James Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for: Highest percentage of students of color 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).
In what neighborhood is St. James Catholic School located?
St. James Catholic School is located in the East neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 17 other private schools located in East.
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