Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 324 students
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Support specialist for mild learning differences
Year Founded
1953

Student Body

Total Students
324 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform khaki pants and polo

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Need-based financial assistance is available.
% on Financial Aid
20%
Admissions Director
Tish Scola
Admissions Associate
Roxy Nielsen

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Acting and School Productions, Music Classes, Music Clubs, School Choirs, Studio Art

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Sports teams

School Notes

  • Our core values - academic excellence, service to others, respect for diversity, and a compassionate community - are woven into the fabric of our program.
  • Guided by our Episcopal values, Episcopal Day welcomes families from all backgrounds and fosters thoughtful, compassionate citizens of the world.
  • Our dynamic curriculum encompasses a wide variety of academic and specialist courses. Beyond our core curriculum, we offer Field Studies, Maker Lab, World Language, Music, Performing Arts, and Visual Arts.
  • Our students are well prepared and attend highly selective independent, boarding, parochial, and public high schools.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew offer?
Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew offers 10 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.
What is Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew's ranking?
Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew?
The application deadline for Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
What neighborhood is Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew located?
Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew is located in the Downtown neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 324 students
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in San Mateo, CA is $24,941 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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