Very Good
#103 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 14% of private schools
St Matthias School
Elementary School
4910 N CLAREMONT AVE 1, Chicago, IL 60625
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#103 of 716
In Chicago
#38 of 162
public schools
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St Matthias School
Elementary School in Chicago · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Matthias School
St Matthias School is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. St Matthias School serves approximately 255 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Matthias School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #103 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Matthias 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 Matthias School compares to 500 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Matthias School (this school) | 7.6 |
| Chappell Elem School | 7.3 |
| Waters Elem School | 8.6 |
| Budlong Elem School | 7.5 |
| McPherson Elem School | 5.6 |
| Coonley Elem School | 8.9 |
| Ravenswood Elem School | 9.2 |
| Albany Park Multicultural Elem | 5.7 |
| Edison Elem Regional Gifted Cntr | 9.7 |
| Bateman Elem School | 6.4 |
| Hibbard Elem School | 6.2 |
| Jamieson Elem School | 7.2 |
| North River Elem School | 6.6 |
| Asian Human Srvcs-Passage Chrtr | 5.0 |
| Courtenay Elem Language Arts Ctr | 3.8 |
| Peirce Elem Intl Studies School | 6.9 |
| Bell Elem School | 8.5 |
| Peterson Elem School | 4.9 |
| Goudy Technology Academy | 6.7 |
| Clinton Elem School | 5.5 |
| Cleveland Elem School | 5.4 |
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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.
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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
4910 N CLAREMONT AVE 1, Chicago, IL 60625
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Matthias School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Coonley Elem School (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Waters Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ROGERS PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chappell Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| QUEEN OF ANGELS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Waters Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Amundsen High School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Budlong Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Devry Advantage Academy High Schl Chicago | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| RAVENSWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| McPherson Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| LAWRENCE HALL SCHOOL Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| LYCEE FRANCAIS DE CHICAGO Chicago | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| NORTHSHORE ADVENTIST ACADEMY Chicago | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| NORTH PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| ST PHILIP LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| THRESHOLDS Chicago | 0.9 mi | — |
| SPARK MONTESSORI Chicago | 0.9 mi | — |
| PILGRIM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Coonley Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| ROGERS PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| ST BENEDICT PREPARATORY SCHOOL Chicago | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Jamieson Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60625 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,299
Median Home Value
$396,700
Median Rent
$1,455/mo
Population
78,467
College Educated
53.8%
Homeownership
40.3%
Avg Commute
35.3 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
36
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arbor View Elem School Glen Ellyn, IL | 7.6 |
| Arbury Hills Elem School Mokena, IL | 7.6 |
| Cambridge Comm Grade School Cambridge, IL | 7.6 |
| Ewing-Northern Elem School Ewing, IL | 7.6 |
| Hawthorn Sch for Young Learners Vernon Hills, IL | 7.6 |
| Heather Hill Elem School Flossmoor, IL | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Matthias School
What grades does St Matthias School serve?
St Matthias School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Matthias School?
St Matthias School has an enrollment of approximately 255 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Matthias School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Matthias School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Matthias School rank in IL?
St Matthias School ranks #103 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Matthias School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Matthias School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Matthias School a private school?
Yes, St Matthias 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 Matthias School a religious school?
St Matthias School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 255
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 784-0999
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