Serving 653 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, St. James Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. James Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
St. James Elementary School's student population of 653 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
653 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
St. James Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. James Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#340 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)75%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
22%
Black
4%
24%
White
80%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. James Elementary School's ranking?
St. James Elementary School is ranked #340 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are St. James Elementary School often compared to?
St. James Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rock Springs Elementary School, Catawba Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend St. James Elementary School?
653 students attend St. James Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of St. James Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. James Elementary School?
St. James Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does St. James Elementary School offer ?
St. James Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is St. James Elementary School part of?
St. James Elementary School is part of Lincoln County Schools.
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