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St. James Elementary School

4625 Garnet Street
Torrance, CA 90503
St James Elementary School is a K-8 school with an enrollment of 318 students.
The staff of St. James School is committed to excellence in Catholic education.
We recognize the parents as primary educators of their children and assist parents in the task of education.
In a positive, caring, and supportive environment, we work to facilitate the development of confident, competent, and caring Catholic-Christian citizens prepared to be responsible members of their church, local and global communities.
The staff of St. James School is committed to excellence in Catholic education. We believe this education has five distinct goals- religious development, academic achievement, commitment to community service, and personal and social development, as well as physical and cultural development.
We guide the spiritual formation of the student in partnership with the parents.
We strive to influence the moral values of the child and hope to help each strengthen his/her personal relationship with God.
We believe in the uniqueness of each student and every child's right to an education.
We strive to develop self-esteem and individual talents and abilities to the fullest.
We provide opportunities for individual growth, and respect the role of parents as the primary educators of their children.
We believe that the school is a complement and fulfilment of the education begun at home.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 277 students
  • Average class size: 34 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 28 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Student Body
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1918
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Campus Size
3 acres

Student Body

Total Students
277 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
49%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
34 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Feb. 28 / rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Pelicans
  • St James Elementary School is a K-8 school with an enrollment of 318 students.
  • The staff of St. James School is committed to excellence in Catholic education.
  • We recognize the parents as primary educators of their children and assist parents in the task of education.
  • In a positive, caring, and supportive environment, we work to facilitate the development of confident, competent, and caring Catholic-Christian citizens prepared to be responsible members of their church, local and global communities.
  • The staff of St. James School is committed to excellence in Catholic education. We believe this education has five distinct goals- religious development, academic achievement, commitment to community service, and personal and social development, as well as physical and cultural development.
  • We guide the spiritual formation of the student in partnership with the parents.
  • We strive to influence the moral values of the child and hope to help each strengthen his/her personal relationship with God.
  • We believe in the uniqueness of each student and every child's right to an education.
  • We strive to develop self-esteem and individual talents and abilities to the fullest.
  • We provide opportunities for individual growth, and respect the role of parents as the primary educators of their children.
  • We believe that the school is a complement and fulfilment of the education begun at home.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. James Elementary School's ranking?
St. James Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. James Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. James Elementary School is Feb. 28 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 28 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 277 students
  • Average class size: 34 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 28 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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