publicelementaryPK-5

Lucy Wortham James Elem.

314 S Jefferson, St James, MO 65559, United States

+1 (573) 265-2300

http://stjschools.org

5.1

Overall Rating

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Lucy Wortham James Elem. Overview

About This School

Lucy Wortham James Elem. is a public elementary in St James, Missouri, serving 681 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 48% in ELA and 54% in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 56 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $49,792. Counseling services are available with a ratio of 340 students per counselor. The student body is evenly divided between male and female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 93% White, 3% Hispanic, 2% Black, and 2% Two or More Races.

681

Total Students

PK-5

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

56 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts48%

Mathematics54%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-5

County

Phelps County

Students per Counselor

340:1

Lucy Wortham James Elem. Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

48%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 51%State Avg: 42%

54%

Mathematics

City Avg: 41%State Avg: 38%

N/A

Science

Class Information

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 12.7:1

State Avg: 11.9:1

340

Students per Counselor

Lucy Wortham James Elem. Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$49,792

City Avg: $49,792

State Avg: $57,370

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1

Students per Counselor340:1

Lucy Wortham James Elem. Student Demographics

Student Body

50.07%

Male

49.93%

Female

Total Enrollment: 681 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White92.51%

Hispanic2.64%

Asian0.44%

Black1.76%

Two or More Races2.35%

Native American0.29%

Lucy Wortham James Elem. Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Lucy Wortham James Elem.

Q: What is Lucy Wortham James Elem.?

A: Lucy Wortham James Elem. is a elementary public located in St James.

Q: How many students attend Lucy Wortham James Elem.?

A: Lucy Wortham James Elem. has approximately 681 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Lucy Wortham James Elem.?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Lucy Wortham James Elem. is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Lucy Wortham James Elem.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Lucy Wortham James Elem. - St James, MO

Quick Facts about Lucy Wortham James Elem.
School Name	Lucy Wortham James Elem.
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-5
Location	314 S Jefferson, St James, MO 65559, St James, MO
County	Phelps County
Phone	+1 (573) 265-2300
Total Students	681
Student-Teacher Ratio	12:1
Full-Time Teachers	56
Rating	5.1/10
ELA Proficiency	48%
Math Proficiency	54%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Lucy Wortham James Elem.

What is Lucy Wortham James Elem.?

Lucy Wortham James Elem. is a elementary public located in St James.

How many students attend Lucy Wortham James Elem.?

Lucy Wortham James Elem. has approximately 681 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lucy Wortham James Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Lucy Wortham James Elem. is 12:1.

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