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#530 of 713 private schools in OH

St Matthias School

Elementary School

1566 FERRIS RD, Columbus, OH 43224

Private

Enrollment

270

Student-Teacher

19.6:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Ohio private schools

#530 of 713

In Columbus

#37 of 38

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St Matthias School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Columbus · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Current school2024 Review details

St Francis De Sales High School

6.8/10

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Columbus Spanish Immersion K-7 School

5.0/10

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About St Matthias School

St Matthias School is a private elementary school in Columbus, OH. St Matthias School serves approximately 270 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Matthias School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #530 of 713 private schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for St Matthias School show 41% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).

How it compares1.2 pts below OH schools
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • OH avg 6.7

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

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How St Matthias School compares to 183 public schools serving similar grades in Columbus, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
This School
vs
18.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
270
This School
vs
387
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.5
This School
vs
5.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 55.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 19.6% vs 0%
White 15.9% vs 0%
Asian 3.7% vs 0%
St Matthias School Columbus Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Matthias School (this school) 5.5
Columbus Spanish Immersion K-7 School 5.0
North Linden Elementary School 3.9
Maize Road Elementary School 3.1
Northland Preparatory and Fitness Academy 5.0
Columbus Humanities Arts and Technology Academy 6.1
Columbus Bilingual Academy-North 4.2
Imagine Columbus Primary Academy 6.1
Valley Forge Elementary School 8.2
Medina Middle School 4.9
Huy/A.G. Bell Elementary School 5.2
Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School 4.1
Northtowne Elementary School 5.1
Oakland Park Alternative Elementary 4.9
East Bridge Academy of Excellence 4.6
Woodward Park Middle School 4.4
Parkmoor Elementary School 7.5
Colerain Elementary School 4.9
Innis Elementary School 4.3
Horizon Science Academy Elementary School 7.0
Kids Care Elementary 5.3

Showing 20 of 183 schools. View all schools in Columbus

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 OH.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 2.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 19.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,056
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 63%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Enrollment 270
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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 OH

Test Scores OH OST (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 41.3% (2019 OST)
School
State
34.4% (2019 OST)
ELA Proficiency 54.2% (2019 OST)
School
State
46.1% (2019 OST)

Based on 14 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 55.2%
Hispanic 19.6%
White 15.9%
Two or More 5.6%
Asian 3.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1566 FERRIS RD, Columbus, OH 43224

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Matthias School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Valley Forge Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TOOBA ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Columbus Humanities Arts and Technology Academy (rated 6.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
ST FRANCIS DE SALES HIGH SCHOOL Columbus 0.1 mi 6.8
Columbus Spanish Immersion K-7 School Columbus 0.3 mi 5.0
Columbus International High School Columbus 0.3 mi 3.7
North Linden Elementary School Columbus 0.5 mi 3.9
Northland Preparatory and Fitness Academy Columbus 0.7 mi 5.0
Columbus Humanities Arts and Technology Academy Columbus 0.7 mi 6.1
Maize Road Elementary School Columbus 0.7 mi 3.1
TOOBA ACADEMY Columbus 0.8 mi 6.5
Zenith Academy Blacklick 0.9 mi 6.1
Columbus Bilingual Academy-North Columbus 0.9 mi 4.2
Imagine Columbus Primary Academy Columbus 0.9 mi 6.1
Valley Forge Elementary School Columbus 1.1 mi 8.2
Medina Middle School Columbus 1.2 mi 4.9
Huy/A.G. Bell Elementary School Columbus 1.2 mi 5.2
Horizon Science Academy Columbus Columbus 1.1 mi 6.0
SONSHINE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbus 1.2 mi 6.8
Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School Columbus 1.2 mi 4.1
Woodward Park Middle School Columbus 1.5 mi 4.4
Northland High School Columbus 1.4 mi 3.2
Northtowne Elementary School Columbus 1.4 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,934

Median Home Value

$159,800

Median Rent

$1,025/mo

Population

44,096

College Educated

22.4%

Homeownership

51.6%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

20.6%

Median Age

34.1

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Alliance Academy of Cincinnati Cincinnati, OH 5.5
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Columbus Intermediate School Bedford, OH 5.5
Ella P. Stewart Academy for Girls Toledo, OH 5.5
Glenwood Elementary School Toledo, OH 5.5
L. Hollingworth School for Talented and Gifted Toledo, OH 5.5

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 270 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Matthias School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Matthias School is 19.6:1. 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 OH?

St Matthias School ranks #530 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is St Matthias School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Matthias School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at St Matthias School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St Matthias School has 41% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).

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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
270
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Phone
(614) 268-3030

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