Excellent
#6 of 60 private schools in MT
Top 8% of private schools
St Matthew's School
Elementary School
602 S MAIN ST, Kalispell, MT 59901
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Montana private schools
#6 of 60
In Kalispell
#1 of 4
public schools
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St Matthew's School
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About St Matthew's School
St Matthew's School is a private elementary school in Kalispell, MT. St Matthew's School serves approximately 128 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Matthew's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #6 of 60 private schools in MT.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- MT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 128 students, St Matthew's 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.
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, St Matthew's School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Matthew's 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's School compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in Kalispell, MT
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Matthew's School (this school) | 8.0 |
| Elrod School | 5.1 |
| Cornelius Hedges School | 4.7 |
| Lillian Peterson School | 6.7 |
| Russell School | 7.8 |
| Jeannette Rankin Elementary Sc | 8.0 |
| Kalispell Middle School | 7.6 |
| Edgerton School | 8.0 |
| Evergreen Junior High | 6.3 |
| East Evergreen School | 7.5 |
| Fair-Mont-Egan School | 5.9 |
| Fair-Mont-Egan Middle School | 5.6 |
| Helena Flats 7-8 | 4.8 |
| Helena Flats School | 4.3 |
| Smith Valley Primary Schl | 4.4 |
| Smith Valley 7-8 | 3.3 |
| West Valley School | 7.6 |
| West Valley Middle School | 7.1 |
| Creston School | 8.3 |
| Cayuse Prairie 7-8 | 6.6 |
| Cayuse Prairie School | 6.2 |
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 MT.
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 MT
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
602 S MAIN ST, Kalispell, MT 59901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Matthew's School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jeannette Rankin Elementary Sc (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Edgerton School (rated 8.0/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Russell School (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Kalispell, see our Kalispell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Elrod School Kalispell | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Flathead High School Kalispell | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Cornelius Hedges School Kalispell | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| WOODLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kalispell | 0.7 mi | — |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kalispell | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Russell School Kalispell | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Lillian Peterson School Kalispell | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Jeannette Rankin Elementary Sc Kalispell | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| ROCKY MOUNTAIN EDUCATION Kalispell | 1.3 mi | — |
| KALISPELL MONTESSORI CENTER Kalispell | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| ONESCHOOL GLOBAL KALISPELL CAMPUS Kalispell | 1.3 mi | — |
| Kalispell Middle School Kalispell | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| STILLWATER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kalispell | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Edgerton School Kalispell | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Evergreen Junior High Kalispell | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Glacier High School Kalispell | 3.6 mi | 6.0 |
| East Evergreen School Kalispell | 3.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Helena Flats School Kalispell | 5.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Helena Flats 7-8 Kalispell | 5.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Fair-Mont-Egan School Kalispell | 4.2 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,391
Median Home Value
$417,200
Median Rent
$1,052/mo
Population
61,710
College Educated
32.6%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
39.1
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|---|---|
| Broadview School Broadview, MT | 7.9 |
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| OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Great Falls, MT | 7.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Matthew's School
What grades does St Matthew's School serve?
St Matthew's School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Matthew's School?
St Matthew's School has an enrollment of approximately 128 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Matthew's School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Matthew's School is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Matthew's School rank in MT?
St Matthew's School ranks #6 of 60 private schools in MT.
What is St Matthew's School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Matthew's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 School a private school?
Yes, St Matthew's 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's School a religious school?
St Matthew's School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 128
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Flathead County
- Phone
- (406) 752-6303
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