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#60 of 157 private schools in IA

Top 38% of private schools

St Matthew School

Elementary School

2244 1ST AVE NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

175

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Enrollment

175

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#60 of 157

In Cedar Rapids

#5 of 10

public schools

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About St Matthew School

St Matthew School is a private elementary school in Cedar Rapids, IA. St Matthew School serves approximately 175 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Matthew School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #60 of 157 private schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for St Matthew School show 86% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

How it comparesOn par with IA schools

6.6

This school 6.6 · Average
IA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 175 students, St Matthew School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

St Matthew School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Matthew School compares to 27 public schools serving similar grades in Cedar Rapids, IA

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.4:1

This School

14.4:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

175

This School

361

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.6

This School

5.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 85.7% vs 0%

Hispanic 6.9% vs 0%

Black 4.6% vs 0%

Asian 2.9% vs 0%

St Matthew School Cedar Rapids Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Matthew School (this school)	—	175	11.4:1	6.6
Arthur Elementary School	0.3 mi	229	15.3:1	4.6
Johnson STEAM Academy School	1.0 mi	343	14.3:1	3.9
Garfield Elementary School	1.0 mi	202	11.9:1	2.7
Kenwood Leadership Academy School	1.2 mi	403	13.9:1	4.5
Grant Wood Elementary School	1.4 mi	356	15.5:1	4.1
Wright Elementary School	1.7 mi	282	15.7:1	4.0
Erskine Elementary School	1.7 mi	280	14.7:1	5.0
Pierce Elementary School	2.6 mi	335	14.6:1	5.8
Harrison Elementary School	2.7 mi	288	16:1	3.5
Cedar River Academy at Taylor	2.9 mi	344	11.9:1	3.7
Bowman Woods Elementary School	3.2 mi	432	13.9:1	6.1
Grant Elementary School	3.6 mi	294	11.8:1	2.8
Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy Elementary	3.8 mi	16	—:1	—
Madison Elementary School	3.9 mi	159	19.9:1	4.8
Cleveland Elementary School	3.9 mi	277	13.2:1	2.8
Maple Grove Elementary	4.4 mi	527	15.5:1	6.3
Viola Gibson Elementary School	4.8 mi	575	16.9:1	7.8
Van Buren Elementary School	4.9 mi	409	14.6:1	3.4
Hoover Elementary School	4.9 mi	396	11.3:1	5.4
Prairie Edge	5.4 mi	70	8.8:1	3.5

Showing 20 of 27 schools. View all schools in Cedar Rapids

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IA.

Classroom Attention

B 5.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.4:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.1 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,225

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 26%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 175

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in IA

Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 86.1% (2025 ISASP)

School

State

74.6% (2025 ISASP)

ELA Proficiency 86.4% (2025 ISASP)

School

State

72.3% (2025 ISASP)

Based on 7 test records from IA state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 85.7%

Hispanic 6.9%

Black 4.6%

Asian 2.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2244 1ST AVE NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Matthew School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUMMIT SCHOOLS (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Bowman Woods Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 3.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cedar Rapids, see our Cedar Rapids schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Arthur Elementary School Cedar Rapids	0.3 mi	229	4.6
Franklin Middle School Cedar Rapids	0.3 mi	532	4.2
George Washington High School Cedar Rapids	0.3 mi	1,233	4.0
REGIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Cedar Rapids	0.6 mi	318	4.9
Johnson STEAM Academy School Cedar Rapids	1.0 mi	343	3.9
Kenwood Leadership Academy School Cedar Rapids	1.2 mi	403	4.5
Garfield Elementary School Cedar Rapids	1.0 mi	202	2.7
Grant Wood Elementary School Cedar Rapids	1.4 mi	356	4.1
CEDAR VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cedar Rapids	1.2 mi	133	7.3
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cedar Rapids	1.6 mi	124	6.2
McKinley STEAM Academy Cedar Rapids	1.6 mi	414	4.3
SUMMIT SCHOOLS Cedar Rapids	1.8 mi	101	7.5
Wright Elementary School Cedar Rapids	1.7 mi	282	4.0
Erskine Elementary School Cedar Rapids	1.7 mi	280	5.0
Harding Middle School Cedar Rapids	1.9 mi	695	6.2
Metro High School Cedar Rapids	2.0 mi	343	3.7
ISAAC NEWTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cedar Rapids	1.9 mi	274	6.2
ST PIUS X ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cedar Rapids	2.3 mi	322	5.1
Pierce Elementary School Cedar Rapids	2.6 mi	335	5.8
Bowman Woods Elementary School Cedar Rapids	3.2 mi	432	6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 52402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,319

Median Home Value

$188,700

Median Rent

$992/mo

Population

43,076

College Educated

41.4%

Homeownership

64.9%

Avg Commute

17.8 min

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Median Age

35.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Lincoln Elementary School Iowa City, IA	231	6.6
AQUIN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cascade, IA	194	6.5
West Harrison Elementary Mondamin, IA	139	6.5
Central City Elementary School Central City, IA	174	6.7
Dexter Elementary School Dexter, IA	181	6.7
Fredericksburg Elem School Fredericksburg, IA	127	6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Matthew School

What grades does St Matthew School serve?

St Matthew School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend St Matthew School?

St Matthew School has an enrollment of approximately 175 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Matthew School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Matthew School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Matthew School rank in IA?

St Matthew School ranks #60 of 157 private schools in IA.

What is St Matthew School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Matthew School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at St Matthew School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St Matthew School has 86% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

Is St Matthew School a private school?

Yes, St Matthew School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is St Matthew School a religious school?

St Matthew School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 43 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 27 Some Transit
Bike Score: 44 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment: 175
Gender Split: 48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 15
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 175 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Linn County
Phone: (319) 362-3021

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