Admission of Students

St. James Catholic School is open to all students regardless of race or ethnic background, but preference must be given to students of the Catholic faith.

Admission Requirements

Parents who seek a Catholic education for their child enter into a contractual agreement between the parent/student and the school and the rules of the school governing all areas of the student's development as stated in the school's philosophy. As part of the contractual agreement there are expectations placed on both the parent/student and the school.

K (Pre-Kindergarten): 4 yrs old by Sept. 1^st.

5K (Kindergarten): 5 yrs old by Sept. 1^st.

In the process of admitting students. Preference will be given to families who are parishioners and to families already attending St. James School.

First Grade: 6 yrs old by Sept. 1^st.

Exception may be made in the case of a student who has completed Kindergarten in a different state where the entering age is lower, provided there is also a written statement from the Kindergarten teacher that the student is ready for first grade.

Re-admission of current students takes place in February.

Testing of new students begins in March, however you may call beginning January 15th to be placed on the waiting list.

 reNew Student Testing Registration Procedures

     1. A readiness placement test is given to applicants to determine the child's ability to meet the school's requirements. Placement of the student is the decision of the Principal based on testing, observation and other means that might indicate the best interest of the student. The placement test fee is $15.00 and is non-refundable.

    2. Upon time of registration the following items must be submitted:

• Complete registration form

• Complete Health form (HQ-2)

• Official Birth certificate

• Immunization Record

• Certificates of Sacraments received (when applicable)

• Social Security Card

• $85 registration fee (non-refundable)

** All testing and registration fees are non refundable

Any students transferring from other schools must be in good standing at their previous school before being admitted.