St. James the Greater Early Childhood Photo #4 - All students in grades K-8 attend classes in Chinese!

St. James the Greater Early Childhood

Established and directed by the Parish of St. James the Greater, our mission is to provide a quality Catholic education, which prepares each child to be a successful, productive, and loving human being.
We accomplish this by providing academic excellence through a developmentally-appropriate curriculum, strong in the basic skills.
We recognize each student`s abilities, and we strive to inspire an enthusiasm for lifelong learning.

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St. James the Greater Early Childhood ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Full-time learning consultant on staff.
Year Founded
1902

Student Body

Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 21%

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Director
Source: Verified school update

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What is St. James the Greater Early Childhood's ranking?
St. James the Greater Early Childhood ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. James the Greater Early Childhood?
The application deadline for St. James the Greater Early Childhood is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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