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#245 of 284 private schools in TN
St Matthew Catholic School
Elementary School
533 SNEED RD W, Franklin, TN 37069
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Tennessee private schools
#245 of 284
In Franklin
#5 of 7
public schools
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St Matthew Catholic School
Elementary School in Franklin · grades Pre-K – 8th. 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 Franklin, TN. St Matthew Catholic School serves approximately 420 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Matthew Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #245 of 284 private schools in TN.
- This school 5.0 · Average
- TN avg 6.8
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 20 public schools serving similar grades in Franklin, TN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Matthew Catholic School (this school) | 5.0 |
| Grassland Middle School | 7.0 |
| Walnut Grove Elementary | 8.9 |
| Hunters Bend Elementary | 8.8 |
| Poplar Grove K-4 | 6.7 |
| Poplar Grove 5-8 | 5.5 |
| Pearre Creek Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Freedom Middle School | 8.2 |
| Freedom Intermediate | 9.1 |
| Johnson Elementary | 8.0 |
| Liberty Elementary | 8.1 |
| Franklin Elementary | 9.8 |
| Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School | 8.8 |
| Winstead Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Moore Elementary | 8.0 |
| Legacy Middle School | 9.2 |
| Oak View Elem School | 8.9 |
| Clovercroft Elementary School | 9.0 |
| Trinity Elementary | 8.5 |
| Creekside Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Fred J Page Middle School | 8.7 |
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 TN.
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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 TN
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
533 SNEED RD W, Franklin, TN 37069
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Matthew Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Walnut Grove Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hunters Bend Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 6.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Grassland Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Brentwood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Franklin, see our Franklin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Harpeth Valley Elementary Nashville | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| HOLY TRINITY MONTESSORI Nashville | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| THE ENSWORTH SCHOOL-HS CAMPUS Nashville | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Bellevue Middle Nashville | 3.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Grassland Middle School Franklin | 4.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Grassland Elementary Brentwood | 4.4 mi | 8.7 |
| CHRIST PRESBYTERIAN ACADEMY Nashville | 4.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Walnut Grove Elementary Franklin | 5.0 mi | 8.9 |
| NASHVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Nashville | 5.6 mi | 5.6 |
| AKIVA SCHOOL Nashville | 5.4 mi | 5.2 |
| THE JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville | 5.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Westmeade Elementary Nashville | 5.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Gower Elementary Nashville | 6.3 mi | 6.9 |
| NASHVILLE INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Nashville | 6.4 mi | 8.5 |
| CURREY INGRAM ACADEMY Brentwood | 5.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Hunters Bend Elementary Franklin | 6.2 mi | 8.8 |
| FRANKLIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Franklin | 7.1 mi | 7.1 |
| ABINTRA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Nashville | 7.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Scales Elementary Brentwood | 6.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Pearre Creek Elementary School Franklin | 7.5 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37069 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$146,336
Median Home Value
$713,200
Median Rent
$2,091/mo
Population
19,994
College Educated
72.2%
Homeownership
87.3%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
44.3
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|---|---|
| Alex Green Elementary Whites Creek, TN | 5.0 |
| Cosby Elementary Cosby, TN | 5.0 |
| Crestview Elementary Covington, TN | 5.0 |
| John Hay Elementary Morristown, TN | 5.0 |
| Libertas Memphis, TN | 5.0 |
| Lucy Elementary Millington, TN | 5.0 |
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 Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Matthew Catholic School?
St Matthew Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Matthew Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Matthew Catholic School is 14.8:1. 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 TN?
St Matthew Catholic School ranks #245 of 284 private schools in TN.
What is St Matthew Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Matthew Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 420
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Williamson County
- Phone
- (615) 662-4044
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