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St. Matthew Catholic
Elementary School
910 South El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94402
Enrollment
610
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
610
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About St. Matthew Catholic
St. Matthew Catholic is an private elementary school in San Mateo, CA 94402. The school serves approximately 610 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 23.5:1.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $179,683, where 69% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at St. Matthew Catholic is 23.5:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
As a private school, St. Matthew Catholic operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St. Matthew Catholic compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in San Mateo, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St. Matthew Catholic (this school) | — |
| Sunnybrae Elementary | 5.0 |
| Borel Middle | 5.6 |
| Baywood Elementary | 5.1 |
| North Shoreview Montessori | 9.1 |
| College Park Elementary | 7.0 |
| LEAD Elementary | 5.6 |
| San Mateo Park Elementary | 3.4 |
| Fiesta Gardens International Elementary | 6.6 |
| Parkside Montessori | 8.9 |
| Meadow Heights Elementary | 5.2 |
| Bayside Academy | 6.1 |
| Beresford Elementary | 6.7 |
| Abbott Middle | 6.9 |
| Laurel Elementary | 3.6 |
| George Hall Elementary | 9.3 |
| Highlands Elementary | 6.0 |
| Gateway Center | — |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 610 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.5:1
- Address
- 910 South El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94402
- Phone
- (650) 343-1373
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
910 South El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St. Matthew Catholic may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Hillsborough (rated 9.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Hillsborough). Another option is North Shoreview Montessori (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away). Additionally, THE CAREY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away). For more schools in San Mateo, see our San Mateo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CENTENNIAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL OF ST. MATTHEW San Mateo | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew San Mateo | 0.5 mi | — |
| Borel Middle San Mateo | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Sunnybrae Elementary San Mateo | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Aragon High San Mateo | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Baywood Elementary San Mateo | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| FUSION ACADEMY - SAN MATEO San Mateo | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| The Carey School San Mateo | 1.0 mi | — |
| JUNIPERO SERRA HIGH SCHOOL San Mateo | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Fusion Academy San Mateo San Mateo | 1.0 mi | — |
| THE CAREY SCHOOL San Mateo | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| South Hillsborough Hillsborough | 0.8 mi | 9.4 |
| TULANE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE San Mateo | 0.9 mi | — |
| UP ACADEMY San Mateo | 1.0 mi | — |
| Crystal Springs Uplands School Hillsborough | 0.9 mi | — |
| UP ACADEMY, INC. San Mateo | 1.0 mi | — |
| COMPASS HIGH SCHOOL San Mateo | 1.0 mi | — |
| North Shoreview Montessori San Mateo | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| College Park Elementary San Mateo | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$179,683
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,476/mo
Population
25,498
College Educated
69.3%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
40.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding St. Matthew Catholic has a median household income of $179,683. It is a well-educated community where 69% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $2,000,001, with a median rent of $3,476/month. The local poverty rate of 6.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. Matthew Catholic
What grades does St. Matthew Catholic serve?
St. Matthew Catholic serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St. Matthew Catholic?
St. Matthew Catholic has an enrollment of approximately 610 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Matthew Catholic?
The student-teacher ratio at St. Matthew Catholic is 23.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is St. Matthew Catholic a private school?
Yes, St. Matthew Catholic is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,131/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Mateo). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 610
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- San Mateo
- Phone
- (650) 343-1373
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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