St. Matthew School is a living faith community founded on Christian principles by which we form the total person in Christ.
Complementing the family, our school provides an environment in which the child can grow spiritually, emotionally, physically, socially, and intellectually.
St. Matthew School strives to make learning relevant and prepare children to find Christ in our changing world.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Matthew School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
435 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- St. Matthew School is a living faith community founded on Christian principles by which we form the total person in Christ.
- Complementing the family, our school provides an environment in which the child can grow spiritually, emotionally, physically, socially, and intellectually.
- St. Matthew School strives to make learning relevant and prepare children to find Christ in our changing world.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Matt Nelson - Former player for the Detroit Lions
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Matthew School often compared to?
St. Matthew School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Pius X Elementary School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from St. Matthew School?
St. Matthew School famous alumni include: Matt Nelson - Former player for the Detroit Lions.
What is St. Matthew School's ranking?
St. Matthew School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for: Largest student body.
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).
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(Catholic)
215 21st Ave Sw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 981-9950
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 981-9950
3.3 miles
Gr: 3-4 | 88 students
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Holy Family School St. Ludmila Center
(Catholic)
215 21st Ave Sw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 981-9950
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 981-9950
3.3 miles
Gr: 3-4 | 88 students
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Regis Middle School ![Regis Middle School Photo]( "Regis Middle School Photo")
(Catholic)
735 Prairie Dr NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 363-1968
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 363-1968
0.6 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 321 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 8
3636 Cottage Grove Ave Se
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 366-7462
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 366-7462
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 164 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
All Saints Catholic School
(Catholic)
720 29th St Se
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 363-4110
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 363-4110
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 175 students
3600 Cottage Grove Ave. SE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 560-2333
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 560-2333
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 39 students Avg. class size: 7 students Tuition listed
1010 Regent Street NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 294-2036
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 294-2036
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 108 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
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3636 Cottage Grove Ave Se
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 366-7462
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 366-7462
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 164 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
1635 Linmar Drive NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 362-9512
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 362-9512
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 422 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Tanager Place School
Special Education School
2309 C St Sw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 365-9164
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 365-9164
3.1 miles
Gr: 3-11 | 22 students
Xavier High School
(Catholic)
6300 42nd Street Ne
Cedar Rapids, IA 52411
(319) 294-6635
Cedar Rapids, IA 52411
(319) 294-6635
4.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 610 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 23 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Special Program Emphasis
123 N. Linn St.
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 804-5943
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 804-5943
24 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 50 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Miles
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Regis Middle School ![Regis Middle School Photo]( "Regis Middle School Photo")
(Catholic)
735 Prairie Dr NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 363-1968
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 363-1968
0.6 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 321 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 8
3636 Cottage Grove Ave Se
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 366-7462
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 366-7462
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 164 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
All Saints Catholic School
(Catholic)
720 29th St Se
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 363-4110
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 363-4110
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 175 students
1010 Regent Street NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 294-2036
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 294-2036
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 108 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
1635 Linmar Drive NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 362-9512
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 362-9512
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 422 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
3636 Cottage Grove Ave Se
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 366-7462
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 366-7462
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 164 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
All Saints Catholic School
(Catholic)
720 29th St Se
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 363-4110
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 363-4110
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 175 students
3600 Cottage Grove Ave. SE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 560-2333
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 560-2333
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 39 students Avg. class size: 7 students Tuition listed
1010 Regent Street NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 294-2036
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 294-2036
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 108 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
1635 Linmar Drive NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 362-9512
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 362-9512
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 422 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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George Washington High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2205 Forest Dr Se
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 558-2161
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 558-2161
0.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,182 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Franklin Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
300 20th St Ne
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 558-2452
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 558-2452
0.4 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 469 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Empowering Excellence Charter School
Charter School
1800 1st Ave Ne # 201
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 451-9243
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 451-9243
0.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 120 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 120:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Johnson Steam Academy School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
355 18th St Se
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 558-3400
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 558-3400
1.1 miles
Gr: K-5 | 324 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Kenwood Leadership Academy School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
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Bottom 50%10
3700 E Ave Ne
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 558-1465
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 558-1465
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 386 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
School Reviews
5 12/11/2012
Our family loves St. Matthew School. We have found it to be a friendly, welcoming community where every child is important, valued and cared for. The teachers and staff are a living example of faith, respect and kindness. There is a strong commitment to the academic success of each child while still making it a fun-filled environment for learning and community building.
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