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

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Top Ranked FL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 233 students
Yearly Tuition: $10,000
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Matthews Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Matthews Catholic School
Pre-K	25
Kind	24
1	29
2	17
3	24
4	23
5	22
6	21
7	20
8	28

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

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Year Founded

1949

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Campus Size

13 acres

School Motto

WE ARE a community where the paths of faith, knowledge, and love, nourished by the Eucharist and the Word, come together guiding us through life.

Student Body

Total Students

233 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

28%

State avg.: 48%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

14 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

17:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

22 students

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$10,000

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Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 85%

Application URL

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BasketballCheering

Cross CountrySoccer

SoftballVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

12 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

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Accelerated ReaderAcademicBoy Scouts

Cub ScoutsDiocesan Brain Brawl

Girl ScoutsMini Vinnies

National Junior Honor SocietyNational Woodsman Speech Contest

Science FairSt. Vincent DePaul Society

Arts and Music Programs:

Choir

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Running Club

School Notes

St. Matthew`s Catholic School is a community where the paths of faith and knowledge come together guiding students through life. With God's help, the faculty undertakes the shared responsibility with families to nurture students in the habits of thinking, judging, and acting as responsible Christian citizens of our community.
The purpose of the school is to help each child grow and develop spiritually, morally, emotionally, and physically and intellectually.

St. Matthew`s Catholic School is a community where the paths of faith and knowledge come together guiding students through life. With God's help, the faculty undertakes the shared responsibility with families to nurture students in the habits of thinking, judging, and acting as responsible Christian citizens of our community. The purpose of the school is to help each child grow and develop spiritually, morally, emotionally, and physically and intellectually.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Matthews Catholic School cost?

St. Matthews Catholic School's tuition is approximately $10,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Matthews Catholic School?

The acceptance rate of St. Matthews Catholic School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.

What sports does St. Matthews Catholic School offer?

St. Matthews Catholic School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.

What is St. Matthews Catholic School's ranking?

St. Matthews Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Matthews Catholic School?

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

In what neighborhood is St. Matthews Catholic School located?

St. Matthews Catholic School is located in the Lakeshore neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 2 other private schools located in Lakeshore.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Jacksonville, FL is $10,989 for elementary schools and $11,026 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Jacksonville, FL is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).