Below Average
#766 of 884 private schools in TX
St Matthew Catholic School
Elementary School
400 W SUNSET RD, EL Paso, TX 79922
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on TX statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
How this school compares
In EL Paso
#17 of 24
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#366 of 436
About St Matthew Catholic School
ST MATTHEW CATHOLIC SCHOOL serves 164 students from kindergarten through eighth grade in El Paso, Texas, offering a small, close-knit educational environment with an impressive 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. With just 14 full-time equivalent teachers, this elementary school provides personalized attention that many families value in their children's formative years. The school has earned strong recognition, receiving an 8.5 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #317 out of 884 schools statewide, placing it in the 64th percentile among Texas schools.
This performance reflects the dedicated faculty's commitment to student success in a manageable school setting. Despite being listed as a regular public school in the data, the Catholic designation suggests a faith-based educational approach that combines academic learning with spiritual development. The intimate size allows teachers to know each student individually and tailor instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
ST MATTHEW CATHOLIC SCHOOL sits in the 79922 ZIP code area, a well-established neighborhood where the median household income reaches $90,278 and home values average $286,800. The community is highly educated, with 52% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, and maintains a low poverty rate of 6.6%. This supportive environment, nestled within El Paso's large city setting, provides students with both urban opportunities and a strong sense of community.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 164 students, St Matthew Catholic School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
As a private school, St Matthew Catholic School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Score Breakdown
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 TX.
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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 TX
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
400 W SUNSET RD, EL Paso, TX 79922
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Matthew Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ZACH WHITE EL (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EL PASO EARLY LEARNING LANGUAGE ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FLYING COLORS LEARNING CENTER NO 3 (rated 6.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ESCUELA MONTESSORI DEL VALLE El Paso | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| ST MARKS SCHOOL El Paso | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| ZACH WHITE EL El Paso | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| MOUNTAIN WEST MONTESSORI El Paso | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY Sunland Park | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| DON HASKINS PK-8 El Paso | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| DAVINCI SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE AND THE ARTS El Paso | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| GUERRERO EL El Paso | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| EL PASO ACADEMY WEST El Paso | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| SANTA TERESA MIDDLE Santa Teresa | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| FLYING COLORS LEARNING CENTER NO 3 El Paso | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| EL PASO EARLY LEARNING LANGUAGE ACADEMY El Paso | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTER El Paso | 2.1 mi | — |
| HOWARD BURNHAM EL El Paso | 2.3 mi | 3.8 |
| CORONADO H S El Paso | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| DESERT VIEW ELEMENTARY Sunland Park | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| WILLIAM C HERRERA EL El Paso | 2.5 mi | 3.4 |
| THE LINGUISTIC ACAD OF EL PASO-CULTURAL DEMO SITE El Paso | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| FRANKLIN H S El Paso | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| GADSDEN ADMIN COMPLEX PREK CENTER Sunland Park | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79922 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,364
Median Home Value
$297,300
Median Rent
$1,193/mo
Population
7,162
College Educated
54%
Homeownership
88.3%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
41
Community Profile
The community surrounding St Matthew Catholic School has a median household income of $89,364. It is a well-educated community where 54% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $297,300, with a median rent of $1,193/month. The local poverty rate of 6.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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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 8th.
How many students attend St Matthew Catholic School?
St Matthew Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 164 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Matthew Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Matthew Catholic School is 11.7:1. 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 TX?
St Matthew Catholic School is ranked #766 out of 884 private schools in TX.
What is St Matthew Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Matthew Catholic School has a composite rating of 4.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,783/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (EL Paso). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 164
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- EL PASO
- Phone
- (915) 581-8801
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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