St. James upper school includes grades 4-8. The core subjects are religion, math, social studies, science, and Language Arts (vocabulary, spelling, reading and literature). Advanced Math is available for grades 5-8. In addition, enrichment programs include Spanish, music, art, computer, PE and library. The upper school has an average class size of 23 students per class in a spacious and bright environment.
Students in the upper school can participate in the following interactive learning programs throughout the school year:
- Fiesta Latina – Grade 4
- Living Rosary – Grade 5
- Georgia Day Parade – Grade 5
- Living Stations – Grade 6
- Science Fair – Grade 7
- Deanery Spelling Bee – Grades 5-8
- Oratorical contest – Grades 7-8
- National Junior Honor Society – Grades 7-8
- Student Council – Grades 4-8
- Altar Servers
- C-SAW Club