St. James' Episcopal School serves 270 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, is a member of the Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS).
The student:teacher of St. James' Episcopal School is 23:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Episcopal.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. James' Episcopal School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1982
Student Body
Total Students
270 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
8 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniforms in grades K-5
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
See school website for tuition rates
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
artChess club
sports
School Notes
- Saint James' Episcopal School provides exceptional, affordable educational offerings in Preschool (age 2) through Grade 5 that build strong intellect, character, and faith. Our excellent learning experience offers purposefully small class sizes, truly caring faculty, appropriately challenging academics, Christ-centered worship, and multiple global and local service opportunities. The SJES experience teaches students to be kind, productive, conscientious, and fully prepared to make a significant contribution to any community they choose to join in the future.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. James' Episcopal School's ranking?
St. James' Episcopal School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. James' Episcopal School?
The application deadline for St. James' Episcopal School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School All Students; Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2025 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break Mini Camp
November 25, 2025 (Tuesday)
No School All Students; Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
No School All Students; Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
No School All Students; Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2025 (Friday)
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The nearest high school to St. James' Episcopal School is Highland School (1.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. John Evangelist Elementary School (0.6 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
4258 Burrough Drive Suite 300
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 349-4989
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 349-4989
6.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 109 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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