St. James Lutheran School
St James School offers your child a Christian education for Preschool through grade 8.
St James Lutheran Day School educate the mind and strengthening the faith of our children, that they may grow in the knowledge of God's Word and Grace.
May our children know of God's blessings and thank and praise him eternally.
This school exists to teach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and assist Christian parents in following our Lord`s commands by providing sound Christian training for children.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 106 students
- Yearly Tuition: $1,300
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Rankings
St. James Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1918
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
106 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
10%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
The above figure is for those students that are members of St. James Church.
Nonmembers cost would be $2050.
% on Financial Aid
40%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to St. James Lutheran School is Holy Trinity School (12.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Timothy's Catholic School (6.8 miles away)
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Students
St. Timothy's Catholic School![St. Timothy's Catholic School Photo - At St. Timothy's, Our Catholic faith is the center of who we are and all we do. Our focus is providing a nurturing environment where we can meet the individual needs of all our students both academically & spiritually. With small class sizes and dedicated teachers we provide a rigorous academic program where all students can reach their highest potential.]( "St. Timothy's Catholic School Photo - At St. Timothy's, Our Catholic faith is the center of who we are and all we do. Our focus is providing a nurturing environment where we can meet the individual needs of all our students both academically & spiritually. With small class sizes and dedicated teachers we provide a rigorous academic program where all students can reach their highest potential.")
(Roman Catholic)
Grades: NS-8 | 146 students 6.8 miles 215 Division St. E
Maple Lake, MN 55358
(320) 963-3417
Maple Lake, MN 55358
(320) 963-3417
6.8
NS-8
146
St. Francis Xavier Elementary School![St. Francis Xavier Elementary School Photo - In partnership with families and our parish, we foster discipleship, academic excellence, and the development of each child in the light of faith.]( "St. Francis Xavier Elementary School Photo - In partnership with families and our parish, we foster discipleship, academic excellence, and the development of each child in the light of faith.")
(Roman Catholic)
Grades: PK-8 | 240 students 11.1 miles 219 19th St Nw
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 684-0075
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 684-0075
11.1
PK-8
240
Holy Trinity School
(Roman Catholic)
Grades: PK-12 | 145 students 12 miles 110 Winsted Ave W
Winsted, MN 55395
(320) 485-2182
Winsted, MN 55395
(320) 485-2182
12
PK-12
145
Lakeside Academy
All-boys | Alternative School
Grades: 9-12 | 19 students 14.2 miles 100 Garrison Ave Ne
Buffalo, MN 55313
(844) 768-8336
Buffalo, MN 55313
(844) 768-8336
14.2
9-12
19
Grades: PK-6 | 91 students 14.4 miles 235 Second Street South
Delano, MN 55328
(763) 972-2528
Delano, MN 55328
(763) 972-2528
14.4
PK-6
91
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