St. Matthew Catholic School is a partnership with students, parents and community, committed to developing academic excellence with the integration of Catholic values within a safe and nurturing environment.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked AZ School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Matthew School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1943
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
159 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Matthew School often compared to?
St. Matthew School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Francis Xavier School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Matthew School's ranking?
St. Matthew School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Matthew School?
The application deadline for St. Matthew School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Matthew School located?
St. Matthew School is located in the Christy Croft neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ.
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: St. Matthew School vs. St. Francis Xavier School
The nearest high school to St. Matthew School is St. Mary's Catholic High School (2.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran School (1.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Family School (1.4 miles away)
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Quick Facts
The Family School
Daycare / Preschool
1127 W Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 252-5866
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 252-5866
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 65 students Avg. class size: 15 students
Covenant Child Care Center
Daycare / Preschool
4601 N 34th St
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 955-5728
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 955-5728
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 41 students Avg. class size: 10 students
Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran School![Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran School Photo]( "Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran School Photo")
(Other Lutheran)
1420 W. Thunderbird Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85023
(623) 688-3141
Phoenix, AZ 85023
(623) 688-3141
1.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 5 students Avg. class size: 6 students Tuition listed
Pleasantview Christian Elementary School
(Christian)
4922 S 15th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85066
(602) 276-7815
Phoenix, AZ 85066
(602) 276-7815
1.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 49 students
3440 N 18th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 266-9527
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 266-9527
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 401 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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