St. Matthew School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

View full size Get directions

REQUEST INFO

SAVE SCHOOL

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked NJ School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 201 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

View Data

Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Matthew School
Pre-K	29
Kind	23
1	18
2	14
3	8
4	3
5	41
6	14
7	17
8	34

Download Table: Download as CSV | Download as XML | Download as JSON

Download Full School Data: Full School Dataset XML | Full School Dataset JSON

Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

Year Founded

1954

School Calendar

View School Calendar

Campus Size

13 acres

Student Body

Total Students

201 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

78%

State avg.: 40%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

13 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

National avg.: 11:1

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

Request Information

Step 1 of 2

Name of parent:

Student first name:

Student last name:

Email:

Phone:

Student is:

Male

Female

Currently in grade:

Seeking entry for grade:

Target start date:

Step 2 of 2

Home address:

City:

Country:

State:

Zip: (enter "N/A" if not applicable)

Save this data and create your user profile. Create your own user account so you don't have to re-type your user data each time you request information. You'll also be able to track your information requests, get reminded of application dates, and more!

Username:

Password:

School Notes

St. Matthew School reflects the educational ministry of the Church, with programs and services, which focus on developing each student as a responsible Christian.
Moral values are taught, as are respect for authority, compassion for the less fortunate, and the importance of contributing to society.
St. Matthew School is a Catholic school, where students of varied racial and ethnic backgrounds learn to understand and appreciate one another.

St. Matthew School reflects the educational ministry of the Church, with programs and services, which focus on developing each student as a responsible Christian. Moral values are taught, as are respect for authority, compassion for the less fortunate, and the importance of contributing to society. St. Matthew School is a Catholic school, where students of varied racial and ethnic backgrounds learn to understand and appreciate one another.

Source: Verified school update

REQUEST FREE INFORMATION

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Matthew School's ranking?

St. Matthew School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey 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).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (4 reviews)

5 12/27/2017

St. Matthew school has been a blessing in our lives as well as our children's. It has offered a spiritual and education foundation that has exceeded our expectations. Our child, now in high school continues to excel academically, enrolled in honors courses, and has become a morally strong young person, while being able to successfully transition into the rigorous academic environment of a Catholic high school. Our other child continues to excel at St. Matthew School also receiving honor roll every marking period and excelling along with all classmates in state testing due to the caring and dedicated teachers! St. Matthew School is the best kept secret of the Diocese! We couldn't be happier with our school choice!!!

- Posted by Parent - moca

5 5/17/2016

ST Matthew's is a wonderful school. My daughter went there up until this past October. She was there a total of 8 wonderful years from pre- k to 5th. Along the way we met many new people and outstanding teachers. The front office staff is top notch and is always there to help no matter what. We moved out of the area and it broke our hearts to pull her out of her second home . If you are ever thinking of sending your child there you are making the right choice !!

- Posted by Parent - krosh

5 7/24/2015

Saint Matthew School is a nurturing environment where students are encouraged and challenged to learn on a daily basis. The teachers care greatly for the students. The personalized class and teaching styles of the teachers help each and every student, regardless of their level. The family atmosphere is second to none. We are beyond happy with the education our 3rd grader gets!

- Posted by Parent - mkrak

5 11/20/2014

We have been part of St Matthew community since 2003. Placing our children in St. Matthew School was the best decision we made. It is here that they have not only received a top notch education, but have also learned what it means to give back to their community, be accepting of others and to be nurtured in a faith filled environment. The connection the children have with their teachers and the administration is what every parent would hope for. It is a very special place!

- Posted by Parent - adrie

Endorse St. Matthew School. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Academic or athletic awards

Recent Articles

October 13, 2026

Should Your Child Stay at the Same Private School K–12?

Explore whether your child should attend the same private school from kindergarten through graduation, weighing academic continuity, friendships, changing needs, tuition costs, and opportunities at different educational stages.

October 13, 2026

When Your Child's Closest Friends Leave Private School

Learn how to support your child when close friends leave private school, manage loneliness, maintain friendships, encourage new connections, recognize emotional challenges, and decide when additional school support is needed.

October 13, 2026

When Your Child Doesn't Connect With Their Teacher

Discover when parents should intervene if their child struggles to connect with a private school teacher, including warning signs, communication strategies, classroom concerns, and practical steps toward improving relationships.

Request Info

Ask St. Matthew School for admission information. Two short steps.

REQUEST INFO

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Middlesex County, NJ is $11,521 for elementary schools and $18,374 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Middlesex County, NJ is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).