St. James Elementary School serves 109 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student:teacher of St. James Elementary School is 11:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked NE School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 109 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. James Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1887
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
109 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
69%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- School Motto: Our Mission as the St. James Catholic School Family is to provide a Christ-centered education that will form apostles who will assume their role in building up the kingdom of God.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Sr. Mary Alma, Administrator of the Year -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from St. James Elementary School?
St. James Elementary School famous alumni include: Sr. Mary Alma, Administrator of the Year.
What is St. James Elementary School's ranking?
St. James Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
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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