Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked NC School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
St. James Day School
About the School
- St. James Day School in Wilmington, NC offers early childhood education for grades PK and K in a city–based setting within the Hioric District.
- The school was founded in 1729, ranking it among the olde private schools in North Carolina.
- Enrollment includes 101 udents across early childhood programs, supported by 2 teachers with a student–teacher ratio of 51:1.
- James Day School is affiliated with the Episcopal orientation and categorized under other religious private schools.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked NC School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
St. James Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1729
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
101 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. James Day School often compared to?
St. James Day School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Mary Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What is St. James Day School's ranking?
St. James Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. James Day School?
The application deadline for St. James Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. James Day School located?
St. James Day School is located in the Historic District neighborhood of Wilmington, NC. There are 1 other private schools located in Historic District.
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: St. James Day School vs. St. Mary Catholic School
The nearest high school to St. James Day School is Calvary Christian School (1.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Mary Catholic School (0.2 miles away)
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Distance: 0.2 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 167 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 2
Catholic
217 South 4th St.
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 762-5491
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 94 students
Montessori School
2173 Wrightsville Ave
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 769-2812
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 69 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 4
Baptist
423 N. 23rd Street
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 343-1565
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: 1-8 | 13 students
Seventh Day Adventist
2833 Market St
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 762-4224
Distance: 2.4 mi
Gr: 5-12 | 33 students
3110 Randall Pkwy 1
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 343-3321
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 69 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 4
Baptist
423 N. 23rd Street
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 343-1565
Distance: 2.4 mi
Gr: 5-12 | 33 students
3110 Randall Pkwy 1
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 343-3321
Distance: 2.4 mi
Gr: K-12 | 29 students
Special Education School
3114 Randall Pkwy Suite 4
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 769-4586
Distance: 3.8 mi
Gr: 6-12 | 78 students
3719 Carolina Beach Road
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 777-7564
Distance: 4.9 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 1,129 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 10
Baptist
1401 N College Rd
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 791-4248
Distance: 0.2 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 167 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 2
Catholic
217 South 4th St.
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 762-5491
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 94 students
Montessori School
2173 Wrightsville Ave
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 769-2812
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 69 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 4
Baptist
423 N. 23rd Street
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 343-1565
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: 1-8 | 13 students
Seventh Day Adventist
2833 Market St
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 762-4224
Distance: 2.4 mi
Gr: 5-12 | 33 students
3110 Randall Pkwy 1
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 343-3321
Distance: 0.2 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 167 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 2
Catholic
217 South 4th St.
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 762-5491
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 94 students
Montessori School
2173 Wrightsville Ave
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 769-2812
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 69 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 4
Baptist
423 N. 23rd Street
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 343-1565
Distance: 3.6 mi
Gr: NS-K | 136 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
3788 Shipyard Blvd
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 791-9824
Distance: 3.7 mi
Gr: NS | 55 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Montessori School (Christian)
612 S College Rd
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 799-1531
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Cedar Grove Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
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Bottom 50%10
750 Grove Trail Sw
Supply, NC 28462
(910) 756-6120
Supply, NC 28462
(910) 756-6120
8833.3 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 507 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Supply Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
51 Benton Road Se
Supply, NC 28462
(910) 756-5640
Supply, NC 28462
(910) 756-5640
8834.4 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 580 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Virginia Williamson Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1020 Zion Hill Road
Bolivia, NC 28422
(910) 756-6010
Bolivia, NC 28422
(910) 756-6010
8834.4 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 610 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Brunswick County Early College
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
50 College Road Ne
Supply, NC 28462
(910) 756-5030
Supply, NC 28462
(910) 756-5030
8834.9 miles
Gr: 9-13 | 307 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
The Coast
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1109 Old Ocean Highway
Bolivia, NC 28422
(910) 312-2780
Bolivia, NC 28422
(910) 312-2780
8834.9 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 96 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
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