St. Matthew Lutheran School

St. Matthew's primary ministry is meeting the needs of children in the community through Christian education.
Our focus is to nurture, equip, encourage, and disciple children into a relationship with Christ.
As a sense of stewardship, we study and gain academic, social, and spiritual skills to better serve our community.

Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • Top Ranked NY School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
  • Enrollment: 52 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $2,900
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 13 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Matthew Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-6
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1957

Student Body

Total Students
52 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
St. Matthew Lutheran School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
95%
Average Class Size
13 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$2900 per student, discounts available FINANCIAL AID IS AVAILABLE Bison Scholarship accepted
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Chrissi Tucker; Administrative Assistant

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports

School Notes

  • At St. Matthew Lutheran School, our conference focused on developing conflict resolution and peacemaking skills. We enjoyed the topic and feel we learned much about a Biblical view of promoting peace within schools and congregations.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Matthew Lutheran School cost?
St. Matthew Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $2,900 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Matthew Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of St. Matthew Lutheran School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 79%.
What sports does St. Matthew Lutheran School offer?
St. Matthew Lutheran School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Matthew Lutheran School's ranking?
St. Matthew Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Least expensive tuition and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for St. Matthew Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. Matthew Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • Top Ranked NY School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
  • Enrollment: 52 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $2,900
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 13 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in New York is $21,461 for elementary schools and $27,578 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in New York is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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