St. Matthew's School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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About the School

Empowering leaders one faith-filled day at a time! Early Learners (age 2) through 8th Grade.
Saint Matthew's Catholic School is committed to the traditions of our Catholic faith and provides a Christ-centered foundation of learning for all through spiritual and academic formation, fine arts, and physical development.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked VA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 456 students
Yearly Tuition: $9,811
Acceptance rate: 98%
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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School Rankings

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

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other school association(s)
Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Matthew's School
Nursery	10
Pre-K	47
Kind	49
1	45
2	47
3	39
4	28
5	48
6	54
7	45
8	44

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

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Year Founded

1963

Colors

Navy Blue and White

Awards

Blue Ribbon School

Student Body

Total Students

456 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

39%

State avg.: 31%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

36 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

25%

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform is required

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$9,811

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Tuition Notes

Updated tuition available on school web site, smsvb.net

% on Financial Aid

45%

Acceptance Rate

98%

National avg.: 82%

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

10 sports

Sports

BasketballCheering

Cross CountryField Hockey

GolfMartial Arts

SoccerTrack and Field

VolleyballWinter Track

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

17 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

American Heritage GirlsBattle of the Books

Boys ScoutsDrama Club

Forensics TeamGirls Scouts

God's HelpersLego League

Martial ArtsScience Bowl

Ship Repair Digital Innovation CompetitionSpanish Bowl

Student Council

Arts and Music Programs:

Art Classes (add'l to curriculum)Band

Elementary ChorusMiddle School Chorus

School Notes

School Motto: Empowering leaders one faith-filled day at a time!
School Mascot: Eagles

Saint Matthew's Catholic School is committed to the traditions of our Catholic faithand provides a Christ-centered foundation of learning for all through spiritual and academic formation, fine arts, and physical development.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Matthew's School cost?

St. Matthew's School's tuition is approximately $9,811 for private students.

What schools are St. Matthew's School often compared to?

St. Matthew's School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Gregory The Great School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Matthew's School?

The acceptance rate of St. Matthew's School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 79%.

What sports does St. Matthew's School offer?

St. Matthew's School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Golf, Martial Arts, Soccer, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track.

What is St. Matthew's School's ranking?

St. Matthew's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Matthew's School?

The application deadline for St. Matthew's School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 8/10/2019

Like students, they never stop educating themselves until they join the workforce, and we believe the school leaderships needs do the same thing. A quote from John Welch... "Before you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself. When you become a leader, success is all about growing others."

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The average private school tuition in Virginia Beach, VA is $14,171 for elementary schools and $14,649 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Virginia Beach, VA is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).