EQAO Performance Overview (2023-2024)
EQAO Score History
| School Year | Score (out of 10) |
|---|---|
| 2023-2024 | 6.8 |
| 2022-2023 | 5.7 |
| 2021-2022 | 3.8 |
EQAO Subject Scores (2023-2024) — % Meeting Provincial Standard
School Information
- Address: 243 St James St, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7A3P1
- Phone: 807-345-7191
- Email: st_james_secretary@lakeheadschools.ca
- Website: https://stjames.lakeheadschools.ca/
- Grade Range: JK-8
Elementary School in Thunder Bay
St James Public School is a public elementary school in Thunder Bay, Ontario, operated by Lakehead DSB.
Families researching schools near Thunder Bay can use this profile to review EQAO scores, Ontario rank, local rank, board context, demographics, address and contact details.
- School address: 243 St James St, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7A3P1
- Compare nearby: Elementary schools in Thunder Bay
- Board context: Lakehead DSB elementary schools
Student Demographics (2023-2024)
Source: Ontario Ministry of Education — School Information and Student Demographics (2023-2024)
Staff Salaries (2024 Sunshine List) — School Board: Lakehead DSB
The following salary data is for all employees earning $100,000+ at Lakehead DSB, the school board that operates St James Public School.
2024 Salary Breakdown by Role
| Role | Count | Avg Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers | 454 | $127,112 |
| Principals & Vice-Principals | 39 | $151,740 |
| Management & Specialists | 21 | $135,797 |
| Senior Administration | 5 | $165,865 |
| Administrative Support | 3 | $106,430 |
| Facilities & Maintenance | 1 | $110,502 |
| Other Staff | 1 | $142,242 |
| Student Support Services | 1 | $112,567 |
Top 5 Earners at This School Board (2024)
| Name | Title | 2024 Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Sherri-Lynne Pharand | Director | $237,098 |
| Jane Lower | Superintendent of Education | $189,298 |
| Jenny Fenton | Manager of Human Resources and Payroll | $178,342 |
| Kirsti Alaksa | Superintendent of Business | $177,205 |
| Michelle Probizanski | Superintendent of Education | $176,098 |
Source: Ontario Public Sector Salary Disclosure Act — 2024 Data. Includes employees earning $100,000 or more.
School Budget (2024-2025 Fiscal Year) — School Board: Lakehead DSB
Financial data from Lakehead DSB, the school board responsible for St James Public School.
Estimated School Budget (2024-2025)
⚠️ Estimate calculated as school enrollment share × school board total expenses. Actual allocations may differ.
Source: Ontario Ministry of Education — School Board Financial Reports (Revised Estimates, Fiscal Year 2024-2025)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the EQAO score for St James Public School (2023-2024)?
St James Public School has an overall EQAO performance score of 6.8 out of 10 for the 2023-2024 school year, based on Grade 3 & 6 reading, writing, and math assessments.
What is the ranking of St James Public School in Ontario (2023-2024)?
St James Public School is ranked #1885 out of 4,061 public elementary schools in Ontario for the 2023-2024 school year.
What is the address of St James Public School?
The address of St James Public School is 243 St James St, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7A3P1.
What school board does St James Public School belong to?
St James Public School belongs to Lakehead DSB, its publicly funded school board, located in Thunder Bay, Ontario.