St. James Catholic School - Gulfport, MS

Founded in 1963, St. James Catholic School recently marked a fifty year milestone of providing academic excellence and faith formation to the students of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Involved stakeholders and a dedicated faculty foster a positive atmosphere for learning. The mission of St. James is to educate students in a Christ-centered environment with an emphasis on Catholic teachings and traditions while providing academic excellence for all.

Years of academic excellence and notable achievements make St. James an exemplary school. Following the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, St. James was the first school in the entire Gulf Coast region to reopen its doors and enroll students from other affected areas. St. James Catholic School has a unique fine arts program. The school has received grants from the Mississippi Arts Commission and the National Endowment for the Arts for three consecutive years in recognition of excellence in the promotion of arts in education. The St. James Catholic School library and computer lab are equipped with the latest technology and are fully accessible to all students. Wireless internet access enables St. James to utilize mobile computer labs which extend individualized learning and technology opportunities into the classrooms.

The school has expanded and grown dramatically over the years, yet the undying commitment to provide students with opportunities for harmonious development in their physical, moral, emotional, spiritual, and intellectual lives has remained the same. Through collaborative efforts among school and community stakeholders, St. James continues to grow and excel in providing a quality Catholic education.