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St. James School

602 W 2nd St
Washington, IA 52353
St. James Catholic School provides a well-rounded education in a cooperative effort to prepare students for a life-long learning of their Christian faith.
Our goals and commitment to Education remain the same on the inside, even tho' our look on the outside is changing.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 104 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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St. James School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:

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School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
104 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
46%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: Glorifying God through Word, Worship & Service
  • St. James Catholic School provides a well-rounded education in a cooperative effort to prepare students for a life-long learning of their Christian faith. Our goals and commitment to Education remain the same on the inside, even tho' our look on the outside is changing.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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What schools are St. James School often compared to?
St. James School is often viewed alongside schools like Lutheran Interparish School, Montessori School Of Iowa City by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. James School?
The application deadline for St. James School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 104 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Iowa is $8,981 for elementary schools and $11,290 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Iowa is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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