Below Average
#357 of 404 private schools in NC
St Matthew Catholic School
Elementary School
11525 ELM LN, Charlotte, NC 28277
Enrollment
660
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
660
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#357 of 404
In Charlotte
#34 of 39
public schools
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St Matthew Catholic School
Elementary School in Charlotte · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Matthew Catholic School
St Matthew Catholic School is a private elementary school in Charlotte, NC. St Matthew Catholic School serves approximately 660 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Matthew Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #357 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Matthew Catholic 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 Catholic School compares to 129 public schools serving similar grades in Charlotte, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Matthew Catholic School (this school) | 4.8 |
| Hawk Ridge Elementary | 8.1 |
| Polo Ridge Elementary | 9.0 |
| Endhaven Elementary | 6.3 |
| Rea Farms STEAM Academy | 9.2 |
| McAlpine Elementary | 7.9 |
| Ballantyne Elementary | 7.2 |
| Elon Park Elementary | 8.1 |
| Providence Spring Elementary | 8.7 |
| McKee Road Elementary | 8.7 |
| Telra Institute | 8.2 |
| Olde Providence Elementary | 8.3 |
| Smithfield Elementary | 6.9 |
| Beverly Woods Elementary | 8.4 |
| Huntingtowne Farms Elementary | 5.7 |
| Lansdowne Elementary | 6.4 |
| Starmount Academy of Excellence | 5.7 |
| Sharon Elementary | 8.7 |
| Harper Middle College High | 7.6 |
| Montclaire Elementary | 4.5 |
| South Academy of International Languages | 8.1 |
Showing 20 of 129 schools. View all schools in Charlotte
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 NC.
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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 NC
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
11525 ELM LN, Charlotte, NC 28277
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Matthew Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rea Farms STEAM Academy (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Polo Ridge Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Providence Spring Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Charlotte, see our Charlotte schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hawk Ridge Elementary Charlotte | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| OMNI MONTESSORI SCHOOL Charlotte | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Polo Ridge Elementary Charlotte | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Community House Middle Charlotte | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Endhaven Elementary Charlotte | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| KIDDIE ACADEMY OF CHARLOTTE-BLAKENEY Charlotte | 1.7 mi | — |
| KIDS R KIDS ACADEMY AT BLAKENEY Charlotte | 1.8 mi | — |
| BRTISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF CHARLOTTE Charlotte | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| FUSION CHARLOTTE Charlotte | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Ardrey Kell High School Charlotte | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| McAlpine Elementary Charlotte | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| FUSION ACADEMY AND LEARNING CENTER - CHARLOTTE Charlotte | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Jay M. Robinson Middle Charlotte | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Rea Farms STEAM Academy Charlotte | 2.0 mi | 9.2 |
| South Charlotte Middle Charlotte | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Elon Park Elementary Charlotte | 2.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Ballantyne Elementary Charlotte | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| CHARLOTTE LATIN SCHOOL Charlotte | 2.8 mi | 5.1 |
| MANUS ACADEMY Charlotte | 3.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Providence Spring Elementary Charlotte | 2.8 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28277 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$122,223
Median Home Value
$507,600
Median Rent
$1,814/mo
Population
72,375
College Educated
67%
Homeownership
60.8%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| East Clayton Elementary Clayton, NC | 4.8 |
| Elizabethtown Primary Elizabethtown, NC | 4.8 |
| Hickory Grove Elementary Charlotte, NC | 4.8 |
| Hunter Elementary Greensboro, NC | 4.8 |
| Knightdale Elementary Knightdale, NC | 4.8 |
| Lebanon Road Elementary Charlotte, NC | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Matthew Catholic School
What grades does St Matthew Catholic School serve?
St Matthew Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend St Matthew Catholic School?
St Matthew Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 660 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Matthew Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Matthew Catholic School is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Matthew Catholic School rank in NC?
St Matthew Catholic School ranks #357 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is St Matthew Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Matthew Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Matthew Catholic 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 Catholic School a religious school?
St Matthew Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 660
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Mecklenburg County
- Phone
- (704) 544-2070
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