Very Good
#67 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 9% of private schools
St Matthew School
Elementary School
1555 GLEN ELLYN RD 1, Glendale Heights, IL 60139
Enrollment
119
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
119
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#67 of 716
In Glendale Heights
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Matthew School
Elementary School in Glendale Heights · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Matthew School
St Matthew School is a private elementary school in Glendale Heights, IL. St Matthew School serves approximately 119 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. St Matthew School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #67 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 119 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
BetaHow St Matthew School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Glendale Heights, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Matthew School (this school) | 7.9 |
| Reskin Elem School | 6.0 |
| G Stanley Hall Elem School | 5.9 |
| Marquardt Middle School | 5.8 |
| Queen Bee School | 5.6 |
| Glenside Middle School | 7.2 |
| Glen Hill Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Americana Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Black Hawk Elem School | 5.5 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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 IL.
Data Unavailable
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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 IL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1555 GLEN ELLYN RD 1, Glendale Heights, IL 60139
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Matthew School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Park View Elem School (rated 8.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Lombard), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Dujardin Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Bloomingdale), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Forest Glen Elem School (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Glen Ellyn), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Glendale Heights, see our Glendale Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| G Stanley Hall Elem School Glendale Heights | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Reskin Elem School Glendale Heights | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Marquardt Middle School Glendale Heights | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Queen Bee School Glendale Heights | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER #865 Glendale Heights | 1.1 mi | — |
| Glenside Middle School Glendale Heights | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Glen Hill Elementary School Glendale Heights | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Winnebago Elem School Bloomingdale | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Forest Glen Elem School Glen Ellyn | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| GLENOAKS HOSPITAL MEDICAL SCHOOL PROGRAMS Glendale Heights | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Americana Elementary School Glendale Heights | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Black Hawk Elem School Glendale Heights | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Churchill Elem School Glen Ellyn | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Dujardin Elementary School Bloomingdale | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Glenbard West High School Glen Ellyn | 2.5 mi | 8.9 |
| MARKLUND DAY SCHOOL Bloomingdale | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Westfield Middle School Bloomingdale | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Hadley Junior High School Glen Ellyn | 2.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Stone Elem School Addison | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Park View Elem School Lombard | 2.4 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60139 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,996
Median Home Value
$249,300
Median Rent
$1,558/mo
Population
32,954
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
64.1%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
35.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALPINE ACADEMY Rockford, IL | 7.9 |
| Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch Chicago, IL | 7.9 |
| ST JEROME SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 7.9 |
| Stella May Swartz Elem School Oakbrook Terrace, IL | 7.9 |
| Stevenson School Lombard, IL | 7.9 |
| CARRIERS OF LIGHT Wheaton, IL | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Matthew School
What grades does St Matthew School serve?
St Matthew School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Matthew School?
St Matthew School has an enrollment of approximately 119 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Matthew School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Matthew School is 11:1. 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 IL?
St Matthew School ranks #67 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Matthew School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Matthew School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 119
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DuPage County
- Phone
- (630) 858-3112
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