A distinguishing characteristic of St. James Episcopal School is the integration of religious and spiritual formation into every aspect of school life.
As an Episcopal school, we exist not merely to educate, but to demonstrate and proclaim the unique worth of all human beings as creations of a loving God.
An education in the Episcopal Church tradition integrates spiritual formation into all aspects of the educational experience.
Importantly, Episcopal schools are diverse ministries of educational and spiritual formation which welcome people of all religious, cultural, and economic backgrounds.
At St. James, we value faculty and students of diverse heritages and customs because we believe St.
James is strengthened by unique and diverse perspectives. Because we wish to be broadly inclusive of the community we serve, we value and respect differences.
Most importantly, St. James looks for the values and ideals that unite people as opposed to those that divide.
The traditions of other denominations and faith groups are respected, and the school welcomes families of all religious faith groups and Christian denominations. We embrace the full breadth of the human family!.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Yearly Tuition: $7,750
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Year Founded
2018
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025
Campus Size
11
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Average Class Size
10 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
12%
Admissions Director
Anne McEniry
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. James Episcopal School cost?
St. James Episcopal School's tuition is approximately $7,750 for private students.
When is the application deadline for St. James Episcopal School?
The application deadline for St. James Episcopal School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 17³Ô¹Ïs
The nearest high school to St. James Episcopal School is St. Michael Catholic High School (3.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Eastern Shore Early Childhood (1.7 miles away)
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Eastern Shore Early Childhood
Alternative School (Presbyterian)
Grades: PK-1 | 100 students 1.7 miles 1090 Fairhope Ave
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 928-3449
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 928-3449
1.7
PK-1
100
Grades: PK-8 | 14 students 2.4 miles 8 Marietta Drive
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 928-9347
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 928-9347
2.4
PK-8
14
St. Michael Catholic High School
(Catholic)
Grades: 9-12 | 351 students 3.6 miles 11732 Dick Higbee Rd
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 459-0210
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 459-0210
3.6
9-12
351
Bayside Academy
(1)
Grades: PK-12 | 702 students 4 miles 303 Dryer Ave
Daphne, AL 36526
(251) 338-6300
Daphne, AL 36526
(251) 338-6300
4
PK-12
702
Grades: PK-8 | 500 students 4.1 miles 1503 Main St
Daphne, AL 36526
(251) 626-1692
Daphne, AL 36526
(251) 626-1692
4.1
PK-8
500
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