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#136 of 253 private schools in LA

St Matthew's Episcopal School

Elementary School

239 BARROW ST, Houma, LA 70360

Private

Enrollment

94

Student-Teacher

10.1:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 7th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Louisiana private schools

#136 of 253

In Houma

#2 of 8

public schools

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St Matthew's Episcopal School

6.2/10

Elementary School in Houma · grades Pre-K – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

St Francis De Sales Cathedral School

4.9/10

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7.7/10

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About St Matthew's Episcopal School

St Matthew's Episcopal School is a private elementary school in Houma, LA. St Matthew's Episcopal School serves approximately 94 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Matthew's Episcopal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #136 of 253 private schools in LA.

How it comparesOn par with LA schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • LA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 94 students, St Matthew's Episcopal 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's Episcopal 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's Episcopal School compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Houma, LA

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.1:1
This School
vs
14.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
94
This School
vs
466
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.2
This School
vs
6.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 76.6% vs 0%
Black 10.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.1% vs 0%
Asian 1.1% vs 0%
St Matthew's Episcopal School Houma Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Matthew's Episcopal School (this school) 6.2
Legion Park Elementary School 7.7
Acadian Elementary School 6.8
Honduras Elementary School 6.4
Houma Junior High School 6.4
Southdown Elementary School 5.9
Lisa Park Elementary School 6.6
Mulberry Elementary School 7.7
Oaklawn Middle School 6.5
School for Exceptional Children 5.2
Broadmoor Elementary School 7.2
Bayou Blue Upper Elementary School 8.0
Village East Elementary School 7.4
Bayou Blue Middle School 6.9
Bayou Blue Elementary School 8.9
Grand Caillou Middle School 5.8
Oakshire Elementary School 6.7
Coteau-Bayou Blue Elementary School 6.2
Evergreen Junior High School 6.3
Dularge Elementary School 7.1
Grand Caillou Elementary School 8.6

Showing 20 of 21 schools. View all schools in Houma

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 LA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 7.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.7 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,150.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 33%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
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Enrollment 94
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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 LA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 76.6%
Black 10.6%
Native American 5.3%
Two or More 4.3%
Hispanic 2.1%
Asian 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

239 BARROW ST, Houma, LA 70360

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Matthew's Episcopal School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bayou Blue Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bayou Blue Upper Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Legion Park Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houma, see our Houma schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ST FRANCIS DE SALES CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Houma 0.3 mi 4.9
Legion Park Elementary School Houma 0.6 mi 7.7
ST GREGORY BARBARIGO SCHOOL Houma 0.8 mi 6.6
Acadian Elementary School Houma 1.0 mi 6.8
Honduras Elementary School Houma 1.0 mi 6.4
Terrebonne High School Houma 1.1 mi 6.2
ELEARNING ACADEMY OF HOUMA Houma 1.3 mi 6.1
Houma Junior High School Houma 1.2 mi 6.4
HOUMA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Houma 1.4 mi 3.9
Southdown Elementary School Houma 1.4 mi 5.9
VANDEBILT CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Houma 1.8 mi 5.7
Lisa Park Elementary School Houma 2.1 mi 6.6
Mulberry Elementary School Houma 2.3 mi 7.7
Oaklawn Middle School Houma 2.4 mi 6.5
School for Exceptional Children Houma 2.7 mi 5.2
Broadmoor Elementary School Houma 3.0 mi 7.2
ST BERNADETTE SCHOOL Houma 3.2 mi 4.7
Ellender Memorial High School Houma 3.3 mi 6.2
Bayou Blue Upper Elementary School Houma 3.8 mi 8.0
Bayou Blue Elementary School Houma 3.9 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70360 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,365

Median Home Value

$297,100

Median Rent

$1,085/mo

Population

28,810

College Educated

32.5%

Homeownership

70.3%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

37.7

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ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL New Orleans, LA 6.2
TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jena, LA 6.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Matthew's Episcopal School

What grades does St Matthew's Episcopal School serve?

St Matthew's Episcopal School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.

How many students attend St Matthew's Episcopal School?

St Matthew's Episcopal School has an enrollment of approximately 94 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St Matthew's Episcopal School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Matthew's Episcopal School rank in LA?

St Matthew's Episcopal School ranks #136 of 253 private schools in LA.

What is St Matthew's Episcopal School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Matthew's Episcopal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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's Episcopal School a private school?

Yes, St Matthew's Episcopal School is a private coeducational school with a Episcopal 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's Episcopal School a religious school?

St Matthew's Episcopal School has a Episcopal religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
94
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Episcopal
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
177 days
Setting
Small City
County
Terrebonne Parish

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