Nationally & Locally Recognized For Excellence
Saint James School (Pre-K – Grade 8) is a proud recipient of the Blue Ribbon Award for Academic Excellence. This award recognizes high-performing schools, where students rank at the top of their peer group nationwide in both reading and math on standardized tests. On the Iowa Tests of Basic Skills, Saint James students consistently score several years above grade level, and the yearly gains made by each group of students exceed expected progress.
Kindergarten – 8th Grade Program
Saint James School has been a leading choice for educating children in Manchester and surrounding towns since it first opened its doors in 1922. Many changes have happened at the school since then, but the basic principles that have turned generations of Saint James graduates into compassionate, disciplined, critical thinkers have not.
Pre-Kindergarten Program
Saint James School offers a comprehensive Pre-K program in a nurturing Christian environment. As part of the Saint James community, children have an enriching experience that includes various opportunities to be part of what they fondly refer to as “the big school.” It’s a unique environment that cannot be found elsewhere.
SJS 2025 Summer ProgramFebruary 19, 2025 - 7:35 amSaint James School is excited to announce the return of our super-fun, 6-week Summer Program! Our Summer Program is open to any student who is registered for Saint James School’s Pre-K4 through 4th Grade for Fall 2025.
Congratulations Handwriting Contest Winners!February 6, 2025 - 10:10 amCongratulations to our winners of this year’s Saint James School Zaner-Bloser National Handwriting Contest (for Kindergarten – Grade 4). The 1st place winners will now be submitted to the state level…
Grade 7 Science FairFebruary 6, 2025 - 2:40 amCongratulations to our 7th grade students for hosting a wonderful Science Fair yesterday! Students spent the entire morning presenting their research to the SJS faculty and staff, their younger and older peers, and several judges from the scientific community. Several of our winners will now move on to the State competition. Great job Sabers!!
