The St. James Child Development Center provides a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment that allows children to explore their intellectual, emotional, physical, creative and spiritual selves.
St. James Child Development Center also Provide a caring environment and age-appropriate program that will support the children through their stages of development and age-appropriate programs to meet the individual needs of each child in cooperation with the St. James congregation.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked OR School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Acceptance rate: 64%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. James Child Development Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1981
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
85 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
43:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$1,712/month for full-time preschool & kindergarten
Acceptance Rate
64%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Learn. Discover. Love. Play. Grow.
- The St. James Child Development Center provides a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment that allows children to explore their intellectual, emotional, physical, creative and spiritual selves. St. James Child Development Center also Provide a caring environment and age-appropriate program that will support the children through their stages of development and age-appropriate programs to meet the individual needs of each child in cooperation with the St. James congregation.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of St. James Child Development Center?
The acceptance rate of St. James Child Development Center is 64%, which is lower than the national average of 84%. St. James Child Development Center's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Oregon with low acceptance rates.
What is St. James Child Development Center's ranking?
St. James Child Development Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for: Lowest average acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for St. James Child Development Center?
The application deadline for St. James Child Development Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. James Child Development Center located?
St. James Child Development Center is located in the Southwest Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 24 other private schools located in Southwest Portland.
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