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#115 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 30% of private schools
St Matthew School
Elementary School
1230 NE 127TH ST, Seattle, WA 98125
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#115 of 381
In Seattle
#31 of 68
public schools
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St Matthew School
Elementary School in Seattle · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Matthew School
St Matthew School is a private elementary school in Seattle, WA. St Matthew School serves approximately 145 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Matthew School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #115 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 145 students, St Matthew School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
St Matthew 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 School compares to 104 public schools serving similar grades in Seattle, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Matthew School (this school) | 6.9 |
| Olympic Hills Elementary School | 9.0 |
| Hazel Wolf K-8 | 9.2 |
| James Baldwin Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Jane Addams Middle School | 7.7 |
| Cedar Park Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Sacajawea Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Olympic View Elementary School | 7.7 |
| John Rogers Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Broadview-Thomson K-8 School | 8.7 |
| Cascadia Elementary | 9.5 |
| Robert Eagle Staff Middle School | 8.7 |
| Wedgwood Elementary School | 8.5 |
| Viewlands Elementary School | 9.4 |
| Daniel Bagley Elementary School | 8.6 |
| Eckstein Middle School | 8.0 |
| Thornton Creek Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Stephen Decatur Elementary School | 9.5 |
| Greenwood Elementary School | 9.7 |
| Green Lake Elementary School | 7.2 |
| View Ridge Elementary School | 9.1 |
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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 WA.
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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 WA
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
1230 NE 127TH ST, Seattle, WA 98125
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Matthew School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hazel Wolf K-8 (rated 9.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is James Baldwin Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Briarcrest Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Shoreline), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Olympic Hills Elementary School Seattle | 0.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Hazel Wolf K-8 Seattle | 0.6 mi | 9.2 |
| SPRING ACADEMY Seattle | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| James Baldwin Elementary School Seattle | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| LAKESIDE SCHOOL Seattle | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| SHORELINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shoreline | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Fircrest Residential Habilitation Shoreline | 1.3 mi | — |
| Shorecrest High School Shoreline | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| DARTMOOR SCHOOL Seattle | 1.6 mi | — |
| Ingraham High School Seattle | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY--SEATTLE CAMPUS Seattle | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Sacajawea Elementary School Seattle | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Jane Addams Middle School Seattle | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Nathan Hale High School Seattle | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Olympic View Elementary School Seattle | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| SEATTLE WALDORF SCHOOL Seattle | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Briarcrest Elementary Shoreline | 1.6 mi | 9.1 |
| THE EVERGREEN SCHOOL Shoreline | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Cedar Park Elementary School Seattle | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Kellogg Middle School Shoreline | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,725
Median Home Value
$844,500
Median Rent
$1,856/mo
Population
43,807
College Educated
60.6%
Homeownership
45.7%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
37.8
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BELLEVUE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bellevue, WA | 6.9 |
| Dallesport Elementary Lyle, WA | 6.9 |
| Loon Lake Homelink Program Loon Lake, WA | 6.9 |
| Millwood Kindergarten Center Spokane, WA | 6.9 |
| OAK HARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oak Harbor, WA | 6.9 |
| OUR LADY STAR OF THE SEA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bremerton, WA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Matthew School
What grades does St Matthew School serve?
St Matthew School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Matthew School?
St Matthew School has an enrollment of approximately 145 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Matthew School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Matthew School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Matthew School rank in WA?
St Matthew School ranks #115 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is St Matthew School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Matthew School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 School a private school?
Yes, St Matthew 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 School a religious school?
St Matthew School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 145
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 179 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (206) 362-2785
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