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St. Matthew Catholic School

11525 Elm Lane
Charlotte, NC 28277

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Tel: (704) 544-2070

www.stmattwildcats.com

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St. Matthew Catholic School is a fully accredited, co-ed, Catholic school in Charlotte, NC. St. Matthew educates students from Transitional Kindergarten - 5th grade.

St. Matthew welcomes students of all faiths and backgrounds.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked NC School
Grades: Kindergarten-5
Enrollment: 685 students
Yearly Tuition: $14,561
Average class size: 11 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Matthew Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-5

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

685 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

25%

State avg.: 23%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

63 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

11 students

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jan. 31 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$14,561

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Admissions Director

Director of Admissions

Application URL

Online Application

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

6 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Chess Club

Arts and Music Programs:

ChoirCultural Arts Club

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Flag FootballGirls on the Run

Let Me Run

School Notes

School Motto: Educating Saints and Scholars
School Mascot: Wildcat

St. Matthew Catholic School's Mission is to foster a community where God's greatest gifts, His children, grow and learn in a loving Catholic environment.Ourvisionis tocultivate virtuous scholars who seek excellence in all aspects of life. We form servant leaders who dedicate their gifts to others with compassion and humility. By nurturing a faith-based partnership among students, families and faculty, our community grows in holiness and integrity in preparation to transform and enrich the world by exemplifying the Catholic faith.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Matthew Catholic School cost?

St. Matthew Catholic School's tuition is approximately $14,561 for private students.

What is St. Matthew Catholic School's ranking?

St. Matthew Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for St. Matthew Catholic School?

The application deadline for St. Matthew Catholic School is Jan. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is St. Matthew Catholic School located?

St. Matthew Catholic School is located in the Provincetowne neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 4 other private schools located in Provincetowne.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked NC School
Grades: Kindergarten-5
Enrollment: 685 students
Yearly Tuition: $14,561
Average class size: 11 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Charlotte, NC is $17,379 for elementary schools and $19,842 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Charlotte, NC is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).