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St. Matthew's Episcopal School

8134 Mesa Dr Austin, TX 78759
Tel: (512) 345-3040
www.stmatthewsschoolaustin.com

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked TX School
  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 275 students
  • Acceptance rate: 85%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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About the School

  • The children at St. Matthew's learn through experimentation with a wide variety of materials and through directed instruction by the teacher.
  • Concepts are taught through a thematic approach with topics taken primarily from science and social studies.
  • The philosophy of the school is to promote the whole child's development: physical, mental, social, and spiritual.
  • Our intent is to encourage in each child a love of God as we know him in Jesus Christ, a positive view of self, creative self-expression, an attitude of cooperation and sharing and an expanding knowledge of the world in which we live.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked TX School
  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 275 students
  • Acceptance rate: 85%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Student Body
Largest student body
School History
Oldest founding date

School Facts

School Type
Early Childhood / Day Care
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES)
National Association for the Education of Young Children
Religious Affiliation
Episcopal
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeSt. Matthew's Episcopal School
Nursery110
Pre-K149
Kind16
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Year Founded
1905
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Student Body

Total Students
275 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
Online Application

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Angels
  • The children at St. Matthew's learn through experimentation with a wide variety of materials and through directed instruction by the teacher. Concepts are taught through a thematic approach with topics taken primarily from science and social studies. The philosophy of the school is to promote the whole child's development: physical, mental, social, and spiritual. Our intent is to encourage in each child a love of God as we know him in Jesus Christ, a positive view of self, creative self-expression, an attitude of cooperation and sharing and an expanding knowledge of the world in which we live.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of St. Matthew's Episcopal School?
The acceptance rate of St. Matthew's Episcopal School is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 83%.
What is St. Matthew's Episcopal School's ranking?
St. Matthew's Episcopal School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Matthew's Episcopal School?
The application deadline for St. Matthew's Episcopal School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Matthew's Episcopal School located?
St. Matthew's Episcopal School is located in the Mesa Village neighborhood of Austin, TX.

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The average private school tuition in Austin, TX is $17,948 for elementary schools and $19,025 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Austin, TX is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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