For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,076 students in Saint James, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Saint James, MO are Lucy Wortham James Elementary School and St. James Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Saint James, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Saint James have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Saint James, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lucy Wortham James Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
314 S Jefferson
Saint James, MO 65559
(573) 265-2300
Saint James, MO 65559
(573) 265-2300
Grades: PK-5
| 705 students
Rank: #22.
St. James Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1 Tiger Dr
Saint James, MO 65559
(573) 265-2300
Saint James, MO 65559
(573) 265-2300
Grades: 6-8
| 371 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Saint James, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Saint James, MO include Lucy Wortham James Elementary School and St. James Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Saint James?
2 public elementary schools are located in Saint James.
What is the racial composition of students in Saint James?
Saint James public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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