St. Matthew Catholic School

St. Matthew Catholic School is a private, coeducational school established in 1993 by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of San Antonio.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked TX School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 625 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
625 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
78%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
St. Matthew Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Northern Cardinal
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Matthew Catholic School's ranking?
St. Matthew Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Matthew Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Matthew Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Matthew Catholic School located?
St. Matthew Catholic School is located in the Vance Jackson neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 2 other private schools located in Vance Jackson.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked TX School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 625 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in San Antonio, TX is $11,707 for elementary schools and $12,694 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in San Antonio, TX is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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