Nationally & Locally Recognized For Excellence
Saint James School students consistently score well above grade level on standardized tests, with yearly gains made by each group of students exceeding expected progress. In 2025, Saint James School was honored as a CAPE Blue Ribbon School of Excellence in the Exemplary High Performing category!
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.
Tonight! Farewell Celebration for Mrs. ZorgerJune 9, 2026 - 12:42 pmPlease mark your calendar to join us on Tuesday, June 9th as we honor Mrs. Zorger and celebrate her accomplishments as the principal of Saint James School. Drop in anytime from 5:00pm – 7:00pm…
Field Day 2026June 9, 2026 - 2:09 amField Day 2026 was a blast! A huge Thank You to Mr. Green for organizing this fun event and to our students and to the 7th graders and SJS staff members who helped run each station.
Earth Science Worm DissectionJune 8, 2026 - 1:27 amAs part of their Earth Science curriculum, today SJS 6th graders worked in pairs to dissect a worm. Students were then tasked with identifying the pharynx, the crop, and the gizzard, aortic arches, the dorsal blood vessels, and ventral cord.
