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St. James` appreciates the differences that mark each learner in our school as an individual.
One of our core beliefs is recognizing the distinctive gifts of each student and inspiring all children to do their best.
Because of our commitment to developing our students` numerous aptitudes, our graduates matriculate to a wide variety of middle schools.
As an urban school, we celebrate the gifts and challenges of our multiplicity.
We strive to help our students develop a sense of balance and a realistic view of the world.
By adjoining grade level classrooms, and providing adaptable furniture, teachers can configure the space around the lesson not vice-versa.
Additionally, the Teaching and Learning Institute initiated in September 2017 provides a four-fold increase in professional development for our wonderful faculty and staff.
Beyond School, a tuition inclusive program, offers our students an opportunity to engage in year-long courses in foreign languages, mathemetics, ISEE Test Prep the arts and more.
St. James` students practice complex thinking to solve problems and take responsibility for their own learning.
Our teachers encourage children to apply their knowledge to new situations and to search for creative solutions to acheive innovative outcomes.
Club or Organization: Community Service / Service Learning, Languages, Robotics, Student Leadership
Arts and Music Programs: Band, Choir, Dance, School Musical and School Play
Recreational Athletic Programs: Athletics
School Notes
Paramount to our philosophy of teaching and learning is the
belief that intelligence is neither a fixed nor an unchanging
commodity. St. James` intentionally expands each child`s capacity
for learning in a thoughtfully designed environment where children
are not just "taught;" they are encouraged to explore, investigate,
work collaboratively, and probe the world around them.Though
we are best known for creating a strong educational foundation from
a traditional approach, we also believe that children should have
the opportunity to construct meaning as they assimilate knowledge.
Rather than merely providing rote learning in our classrooms, our
teachers stretch the children`s ability to analyze, synthesize, and
evaluate what they learn; to apply their learning to new
situations; and to present confidently and in a variety of formats
what they have learned.Because our children will inherit a
complex and unpredictable world, we believe that a St. James`
education should provide our students with the thinking strategies
they will need to solve problems and resolve conflicts. We
acknowledge that our children must grow into adulthood with equal
measures of creativity and critical thinking skills, and we foster
the ability to seek and apply knowledge from a wide variety of
sources. But above all, we at St. James` pledge to inculcate in our
students a commitment to ethical behavior and an abiding
appreciation for the differences that mark each human being as an
individual of inestimable worth and dignity.
St. James' Episcopal School's tuition is approximately $34,710 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. James' Episcopal School?
The acceptance rate of St. James' Episcopal School is 60%, which is lower than the national average of 84%. St. James' Episcopal School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in California with low acceptance rates.
What sports does St. James' Episcopal School offer?
St. James' Episcopal School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Golf and Soccer.
Grades: PK-8 | 121 students1.7 miles 307 S Occidental Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90057 (213) 382-3345
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School Reviews
5.00 out of 5(8 reviews)
55/24/2024
We have been at St. James' for two years and love that it is an organically diverse school that mirrors the best of Los Angeles. The administration, staff, teachers, parents, and the students have a sense of humility that permeates school life and is a core value for the community. The entire community is focused on supporting a school that prioritizes academic excellence in an environment that is mindful of social and behavioral development and celebrates authentic diversity. We love the school's staff, who work tirelessly to make this school a safe and joyful place, and the skilled teachers who challenge and inspire. We have formed bonds with wonderful parents and have found them to be similarly dedicated to ensuring that their children are academically challenged, valued, and develop with a core sense of humility. St. James' is uniquely representative of this critically important balance that is talked about and yet so elusive but core to everything that is St. James'.
- Posted by Parent - PVG
511/23/2021
In the heart of Los Angeles, St. James' successfully has created an inclusive community that stresses kindness and respect for all. The children receive a top-tier education while also understanding what it is to serve one's community. The teachers truly love teaching, the school, and the community of families that make up the school. It is truly a gem of an elementary school.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - CStern
511/23/2021
As a St. James parent, I cannot say enough wonderful things about the school. My daughter is able to attend a diverse, socially conscious, and progressive school, while at the same time receiving a strong academic foundation. She is reading at a 6th grade level in the 2nd grade; she comes home excited to tell me about the different scientists she is learning about (including Albert Einstein and Marie Curie); she corrects my pronunciation of Spanish words. In addition to the strong academics, she is participating in the school musical and also receiving a great socio-emotional education. I am so appreciative to have this school during these unprecedented times. St. James has kept my daughter academically engaged as well as secure in her community connection.
- Posted by Parent - Emily
55/17/2016
Strong, traditional, academic orientation, updated for today's modern world. My son is in second grade and he is happy and challenged.
- Posted by Parent - lahof
51/28/2012
Our Sixth grader graduated from St James last year after going all the way through from kindergarten. He was so well served by this school, that we cannot express enough gratitude and love to the faculty who nurtured him. There is a wonderful warm atmosphere from the minute you walk through the doors, and the teaching staff feel like friends. It is an episcopalian school, but opens its doors to all religions and creeds. That makes it quite a special place. I have had friends with children at other private schools express their envy to me at the racial and socio-economic diversity of the school. And it really is something to be envied. I would recommend this school whole heartedly to anyone.
- Posted by Parent - lucyb
51/5/2012
My 2 children go to this school. They love this school and so do we. When you walk around the school, you see teachers who love their work and the children they teach, administration who care about the children and parents who are down to earth and are a wonderful part of this culturally diverse community.
When we drop off our children, we know that they are in a loving and safe place where they are able to play and learn. On top of that, they learn "how to" learn, not just how to memorize facts. The children are curious, respectful and caring.
For working parents, the school offers child care before school starts and after school ends as part of their tuition!!
- Posted by Parent - leus
51/5/2012
Saint James is a fantastic elementary school.
Our daughter loves learning and St. James caters to the student as an individual while maintaining it's high academic rep. The parent community is warm and inviting and can do!
We love the faculty and staff. The new head of school is a leader in education who is a joy to know.
- Posted by Parent - kswan
51/5/2012
This school is a gem. It's a competitive school with heart, soul and strong academics. We are very very happy.
- Posted by Parent - lldv
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