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Saint James Families May Qualify for the CHOOSE Act Grant
We’re proud to share that families enrolling at Saint James School may be eligible for Alabama’s CHOOSE Act education savings account (ESA), providing up to $7,000 per student to help cover tuition and educational costs. For the 2025–2026 school year, eligibility is based on a household income of 300% or less of the federal poverty level—that’s around $90,000 for a family of four. The CHOOSE Act is expanding access to private education across Alabama, and Saint James is an approved participating school.
Trojan Stories
“As a new George Washington University graduate, I felt STJ could not have prepared me any better for college. Going to a completely different city and university that constantly challenged me to do more, it often felt overwhelming. However, STJ helped in some of the most essential ways. One thing that I was adequately prepared academically for was my classes. At STJ, I also learned how to manage my time and contribute meaningfully to my work and electives through doing forensics, cross country, student ambassador, and tennis in high school. I attribute much of my success and all I’ve been able to do through my amazing teachers, faculty, and coaches who never doubted me yet always pushed me to be better. I am excited to now serve as a Policy Coordinator for the National Association of Manufacturers in Washington. Without the high expectations of STJ and all of its wonderful experiences, I would not be where I am today.”
“When I signed up for Photography I during my sophomore year, I had no idea how much fun I would have learning about and creating art through taking pictures. I simply took the class as an elective and had no plans to continue after that year. My photography teacher Mrs. Shoults sparked my passion for photography. She made the class interesting through the variety of our assigned projects. She introduced multiple techniques and encouraged creativity in photo shoots. Once I realized how much I enjoyed it, I signed up for Photography II for my Junior year, and then AP 2d Design my senior year. One of the goals I developed was to create photo art that would be interesting for people to look at. Mrs. Shoults has helped me develop and strengthen my talent. She also gave me tips on how to identify my best photographs. I appreciate her support as she entered my photos into competitions, some of which have resulted in awards. This further strengthened my confidence. I am also appreciative of the support of Saint James School for recognizing its student art award winners through social media announcements, emails, and such. Without the support of Mrs. Shoults and the school, I don’t think I would have reached my artistic goals in my photography classes.”
“Saint James School has given me so many opportunities that challenged me both academically and athletically. My coaches encouraged me daily to excel in the classroom. That encouragement helped me know that they cared about me as a student first, then as an athlete. There must be a balance. They further helped my team members by promoting us and supporting our athletic achievements, but most importantly they helped mold us as people.”
“One of the reasons I love Saint James is all of the opportunities I get to challenge myself to reaching my goals of becoming a surgeon. Another thing I love about Saint James is the diversity of our community, how many cultures we have here, and yet we are still one big family. Saint James means so much to all of us who are lucky enough to go here.”
“The greatest benefit we see to a Saint James education is the confidence knowing that our son will graduate well-rounded with a commitment to service, character development, social intelligence, and so much more. He will be a well-rounded man.
From our very first visit to Saint James, our interactions with the administrators and teachers, we felt like Saint James chose us.
There were four things we were really looking for when choosing a school. Obviously, academic excellence, well-rounded character development, and commitment to service, and inclusion and diversity. And Saint James had all of them, and there was no question the priority that Saint James put on all four. So, it was an easy decision for us.”
The Premiere Independent School in Montgomery, AL
Saint James School is an independent, nonsectarian, college preparatory school committed to providing an excellent education to students in the Montgomery area. We are recognized by Niche as one of the best private schools in Montgomery, AL, with an A+ rating. We are committed to challenging and supporting our student body in realizing their full potential as we prepare students for fulfilling lives of responsibility, service, and achievement. Saint James pupils are guided and pushed by their teachers daily to identify their unique abilities, pursue success, and succeed in all aspects of life.
We strive to provide your children the best private school education. Our college-preparatory and mission-driven focus at Saint James School has traditionally focused on content and skill acquisition in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) disciplines and other crucial subjects like English, history, and world languages. Our small student-to-teacher ratio will ensure our philosophy to meet and exceed the highest standards of educational quality is achieved in every classroom.
Additionally, we offer all-inclusive college counseling services to our private school students. Our counselors assist them in navigating financial aid and the college application process, while also helping students select the universities that are the best match for their particular requirements and objectives. Top colleges across the nation consistently accept our students for college.
A well-rounded education includes participation in athletics. Our extensive selection of athletic programs encourages physical fitness, group cooperation, sportsmanship, and student success on and off the field.
Our state-of-the-art athletic facilities include a football field, baseball and softball diamonds, a soccer field, and tennis courts. A wide range of sports are available through our comprehensive athletic department:
Our student-athletes have an outstanding record of accomplishment both on and off the field, and our athletic teams compete against the best private high schools and prep schools in our area. The Saint James School’s athletic department aims to foster an environment where our students can hone their athletic abilities and follow their passions.
We provide a range of opportunities for our students to experience the performing arts. The choir, jazz band, and string ensemble are just a few of our robust music program’s vocal and instrumental groups that frequently perform on and off campus. Additionally, we provide a theater department where students can engage in all theater production facets, from acting to set design. This program puts on many shows a year, including a fall play and a spring musical.
In addition, we provide a range of courses and programs that let our students experiment with several mediums, including digital, painting, and sketching. Each student in our art classes receives individualized attention from our knowledgeable faculty members. These extracurricular art programs and groups bestow students with the chance to collaborate on projects and take part in exhibitions in collaboration with other schools as well as with the local community.
The speech and debate program allows students to practice their argumentation, public speaking, and critical thinking skills. Since its inception, the forensics team has been one of the most successful in the state.
When it’s time to choose a private high school in Montgomery, AL, Saint James School offers a holistic educational experience with a proven track record. Contact us today to learn more about our world-class college prep institution, or schedule a visit.
We are Committed
WE ARE COMMITTED TO CHALLENGING AND ASSISTING STUDENTS IN REALIZING THEIR INDIVIDUAL POTENTIAL AND PREPARING THEM FOR LIVES OF RESPONSIBILITY, SERVICE, AND ACHIEVEMENT.
