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#243 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 45% of private schools
St Matthias Elementary School
Elementary School
170 JOHN F KENNEDY BLVD, Somerset, NJ 08873
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#243 of 534
In Somerset
#4 of 6
public schools
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St Matthias Elementary School
Elementary School in Somerset · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Matthias Elementary School
St Matthias Elementary School is a private elementary school in Somerset, NJ. St Matthias Elementary School serves approximately 244 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Matthias Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #243 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
St Matthias Elementary 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 Elementary School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Somerset, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Matthias Elementary School (this school) | 6.5 |
| MacAfee Road School | 8.2 |
| Conerly Road School | 5.0 |
| Franklin Middle School at Sampson G. Smith Campus | 6.6 |
| Franklin Middle School at Hamilton Street Campus | 5.7 |
| Hillcrest School | 7.0 |
| Pine Grove Manor School | 8.6 |
| Thomas Edison EnergySmart Charter School | 6.0 |
| Elizabeth Avenue School | 8.0 |
| Central Jersey College Prep Charter School | 5.4 |
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 NJ.
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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 NJ
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
170 JOHN F KENNEDY BLVD, Somerset, NJ 08873
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Matthias Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pine Grove Manor School (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MacAfee Road School (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CEDAR HILL PREP SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Somerset, see our Somerset schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MacAfee Road School Somerset | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Conerly Road School Somerset | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Franklin Middle School at Sampson G. Smith Campus Somerset | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Franklin Middle School at Hamilton Street Campus Somerset | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Hillcrest School Somerset | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| RUTGERS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Somerset | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| CEDAR HILL PREP SCHOOL Somerset | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| New Brunswick High School New Brunswick | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| NuView Academy Piscataway | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| SOMERSET BIBLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN AC Somerset | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Pine Grove Manor School Somerset | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| SADIQ SCHOOL Somerset | 2.2 mi | — |
| Thomas Edison EnergySmart Charter School Somerset | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Mckinley Community School New Brunswick | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| John Adams North Brunswick | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Martin Luther King Elementary School Piscataway | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Knollwood Elementary School Piscataway | 2.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Conackamack Middle School Piscataway | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| New Brunswick Middle School New Brunswick | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| AN-NOOR ACADEMY Piscataway | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08873 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,866
Median Home Value
$438,600
Median Rent
$1,942/mo
Population
55,862
College Educated
54.5%
Homeownership
67.3%
Avg Commute
33.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
40.3
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|---|---|
| Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School Trenton, NJ | 6.5 |
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| Brooklake School Florham Park, NJ | 6.5 |
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| Ecole Toussaint Louverture East Orange, NJ | 6.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Matthias Elementary School
What grades does St Matthias Elementary School serve?
St Matthias Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Matthias Elementary School?
St Matthias Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 244 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Matthias Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Matthias Elementary School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Matthias Elementary School rank in NJ?
St Matthias Elementary School ranks #243 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is St Matthias Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Matthias Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Matthias Elementary 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 Elementary School a religious school?
St Matthias Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 244
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Somerset County
- Phone
- (732) 828-1402
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