St. James Parish Day School & Kindergarten

1325 Monterey Rd South Pasadena, CA 91030
stjamesparishdayschool.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 121 students
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

About the School

  • "A Loving Place to Learn".

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 121 students
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Rankings

St. James Parish Day School & Kindergarten ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1958
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students
121 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
63%
State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition is based off of numbers of days children are enrolled. Tuition is billed monthly.
Summer Program Cost
$725
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Kim Goodrich-Chicca
Admissions Associate
Lauren Jackson
Application URL

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
American Sign LanguageCultural Dance
Music classScience Explorers
Sewing ClassSpanish Class
Yoga

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Directions To School
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. James Parish Day School & Kindergarten cost?
St. James Parish Day School & Kindergarten's tuition is approximately $725 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. James Parish Day School & Kindergarten?
The acceptance rate of St. James Parish Day School & Kindergarten is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
Does St. James Parish Day School & Kindergarten offer a summer program?
Yes, St. James Parish Day School & Kindergarten offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does St. James Parish Day School & Kindergarten offer?
St. James Parish Day School & Kindergarten offers 54 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Archery, Badminton, Ballet, Baseball, Bowling, Boxing, Cheering, Crew, Cross Country, Cross Fit, Cycling, Diving, Drill Team, Equestrian, Fencing, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Flag Football, Football, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Indoor Soccer, Intramural Sports Only, Kayaking, Lacrosse, Marksmanship, Martial Arts, Mountain Biking, Mountaineering, Nordic Skiing, Paddle Tennis, Polo, Riflery, Rock Climbing, Rugby, Sailing, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Surf Team, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Water Polo, Weightlifting, Winter Track and Wrestling. St. James Parish Day School & Kindergarten is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for St. James Parish Day School & Kindergarten?
The application deadline for St. James Parish Day School & Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

View the St. James Parish Day School & Kindergarten yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event
Date
First Day of School TTH, 5 day & TK
September 08, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of school MWF
September 09, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
School Closed
June 07, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of Session 1
July 15, 2027 (Thursday)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Los Angeles County, CA is $18,263 for elementary schools and $23,987 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Los Angeles County, CA is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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