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St. James Elementary School

8306 Brookside Rd Elkins Park, PA 19027
Tel: (215) 635-4673
www.stjamesparish.net

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-9
  • Enrollment: 179 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Acceptance rate: 25%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • St. James Elementary School serves 179 students in grades Nursery/Preschool-9.
  • St. James Elementary School religious affiliation is Catholic.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-9
  • Enrollment: 179 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Acceptance rate: 25%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Lowest average acceptance rates
School History
Oldest founding date
School Resources
Largest endowments

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-9
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeSt. James Elementary School
Pre-K30
Kind25
116
215
316
412
524
66
716
819
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Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres

Student Body

Total Students
179 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
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Acceptance Rate
25%
National avg.: 82%
Endowment Size
$50 million

School Notes

  • School Motto: Truth and Honor
  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • John Doe, Nobel Laureate -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. James Elementary School cost?
St. James Elementary School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. James Elementary School?
The acceptance rate of St. James Elementary School is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 81%. St. James Elementary School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Pennsylvania with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from St. James Elementary School?
St. James Elementary School famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate.
What is St. James Elementary School's ranking?
St. James Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
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).

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