ST. JAMES NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY

ST. JAMES PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
1273 10TH AVE N
SAINT JAMES, MN 56081
480 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
St. James Northside Elementary is a public school located in Saint James, Minnesota, serving students in the early stages of their academic journey. As a key part of the St. James Public School District (ISD 840), the school focuses on establishing a strong educational foundation by fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the developmental needs of young children, emphasizing essential literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skills required for future academic success.

The school is deeply integrated into the small-town community of Saint James, prioritizing a collaborative relationship between teachers, families, and the local area. By utilizing the resources of the St. James school district, Northside Elementary works to ensure that all students have access to a safe and inclusive setting that encourages curiosity and character growth. For parents and community members interested in district policies, calendars, or current news, the school maintains an active web presence through the district's official website.
480
Total Students
35.5
Full-Time Teachers
13.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
61.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • Hispanic
    288 (60.0 %)
  • White
    180 (37.5 %)
  • Two or More
    6 (1.3 %)
  • Asian
    4 (0.8 %)
  • Black
    2 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: ST. JAMES PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (507)375-3325
Website: http://www.stjames.k12.mn.us
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 480
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 35.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 225
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 71

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Kindergarten 82
Grade 1 90
Grade 2 78
Grade 3 61
Grade 4 77
Grade 5 92
Gender Ratio
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
BUTTERFIELD ELEMENTARY
Butterfield-Odin Public Schools
116 Students
440 HUBBARD AVE
BUTTERFIELD, MN 56120 (8.8 miles away)
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th