St. James has offered an excellent religious education in a disciplined setting for nearly 150 years.
It is a small Pre-K through grade eight school which has a rich history that dates back to 1847.
The importance of a good education is ingrained as students graduate from this school and strive for higher levels of education.
Faith development is an essential part of the St. James community.
This has been fostered by strong religious curricular programs and by the sacramental programs.
St. James School provides faith formation and holistic educational experience which enables students to become self-confident, contributing members of society.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Average class size: 17 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Disabilities
Year Founded
1947
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
193 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
30%
Average Class Size
17 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
navy pants, white, red, or navy polo
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Contact the school office at 812-867-2661.
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess ClubStudent Council
School Notes
- St. James has offered an excellent religious education in a disciplined setting for nearly 150 years. It is a small Pre-K through grade eight school which has a rich history that dates back to 1847. The importance of a good education is ingrained as students graduate from this school and strive for higher levels of education. Faith development is an essential part of the St. James community. This has been fostered by strong religious curricular programs and by the sacramental programs. St. James School provides faith formation and holistic educational experience which enables students to become self-confident, contributing members of society.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. James Elementary School often compared to?
St. James Elementary School is often viewed alongside schools like Sts Peter & Paul School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. James Elementary School offer?
St. James Elementary School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
When is the application deadline for St. James Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. James Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: St. James Elementary School vs. Sts Peter & Paul School
The nearest high school to St. James Elementary School is Evansville Day School (12.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Sts Peter & Paul School (2.1 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Sts Peter & Paul School
(Catholic)
210 N Vine St
Haubstadt, IN 47639
(812) 768-6775
Haubstadt, IN 47639
(812) 768-6775
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 200 students Tuition listed
Holy Cross School
(Catholic)
202 S Church St
Fort Branch, IN 47648
(812) 753-3280
Fort Branch, IN 47648
(812) 753-3280
4.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 122 students
Trinity Lutheran Preschool
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
1403 W Boonville New Harmony Rd
Evansville, IN 47725
(812) 867-5279
Evansville, IN 47725
(812) 867-5279
5.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 40 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Wendel Catholic School
(Catholic)
4725 Saint Wendel Cynthiana Rd
Wadesville, IN 47638
(812) 963-3958
Wadesville, IN 47638
(812) 963-3958
8.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 222 students
St. Joseph Elementary School
(Catholic)
6130 W Saint Joseph Rd
Evansville, IN 47720
(812) 963-3335
Evansville, IN 47720
(812) 963-3335
8.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 179 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
3400 N Green River Rd
Evansville, IN 47715
(812) 476-3039
Evansville, IN 47715
(812) 476-3039
12.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 281 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1300 Harmony Way
Evansville, IN 47720
(812) 426-2258
Evansville, IN 47720
(812) 426-2258
13.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 489 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 27 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Reitz Memorial High School
(Catholic)
1500 Lincoln Ave
Evansville, IN 47714
(812) 476-4973
Evansville, IN 47714
(812) 476-4973
14.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 556 students Sports: 20 Tuition listed
Holy Spirit School ![Holy Spirit School Photo - Holy Spirit School]( "Holy Spirit School Photo - Holy Spirit School")
(Catholic)
1760 Lodge Ave
Evansville, IN 47714
(812) 477-9082
Evansville, IN 47714
(812) 477-9082
15.6 miles
Gr: K-9 | 171 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
10644 Lincoln Avenue
Newburgh, IN 47630
(812) 477-7777
Newburgh, IN 47630
(812) 477-7777
16 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 1,156 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Sts Peter & Paul School
(Catholic)
210 N Vine St
Haubstadt, IN 47639
(812) 768-6775
Haubstadt, IN 47639
(812) 768-6775
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 200 students Tuition listed
Holy Cross School
(Catholic)
202 S Church St
Fort Branch, IN 47648
(812) 753-3280
Fort Branch, IN 47648
(812) 753-3280
4.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 122 students
St. Wendel Catholic School
(Catholic)
4725 Saint Wendel Cynthiana Rd
Wadesville, IN 47638
(812) 963-3958
Wadesville, IN 47638
(812) 963-3958
8.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 222 students
St. Joseph Elementary School
(Catholic)
6130 W Saint Joseph Rd
Evansville, IN 47720
(812) 963-3335
Evansville, IN 47720
(812) 963-3335
8.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 179 students Tuition listed
Holy Redeemer School /diocese
(Catholic)
918 W Mill Road
Evansville, IN 47710
(812) 422-3688
Evansville, IN 47710
(812) 422-3688
10.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 356 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Sts Peter & Paul School
(Catholic)
210 N Vine St
Haubstadt, IN 47639
(812) 768-6775
Haubstadt, IN 47639
(812) 768-6775
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 200 students Tuition listed
Holy Cross School
(Catholic)
202 S Church St
Fort Branch, IN 47648
(812) 753-3280
Fort Branch, IN 47648
(812) 753-3280
4.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 122 students
Trinity Lutheran Preschool
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
1403 W Boonville New Harmony Rd
Evansville, IN 47725
(812) 867-5279
Evansville, IN 47725
(812) 867-5279
5.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 40 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Wendel Catholic School
(Catholic)
4725 Saint Wendel Cynthiana Rd
Wadesville, IN 47638
(812) 963-3958
Wadesville, IN 47638
(812) 963-3958
8.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 222 students
St. Joseph Elementary School
(Catholic)
6130 W Saint Joseph Rd
Evansville, IN 47720
(812) 963-3335
Evansville, IN 47720
(812) 963-3335
8.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 179 students Tuition listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
West Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1105 W 4th St
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 833-2072
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 833-2072
8938.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 350 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Farmersville Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4065 Hwy 69 S
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 838-6593
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 838-6593
8939.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 276 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Mount Vernon High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
700 Harriett St
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 838-4356
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 838-4356
8939.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 583 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Mount Vernon Jr High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
701 Tile Factory Rd
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 833-2077
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 833-2077
8939.6 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 493 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
North Posey Junior High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5800 High School Rd
Poseyville, IN 47633
(812) 673-4244
Poseyville, IN 47633
(812) 673-4244
8942.9 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 234 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
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