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#115 of 381 private schools in WA

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St Matthew School

Elementary School

1230 NE 127TH ST, Seattle, WA 98125

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 33 schools in Seattle. Learn more

Enrollment

145

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Seattle

#31 of 68

public schools

Washington elementary schools

#64 of 231

About St Matthew School

ST MATTHEW SCHOOL serves 145 students from prekindergarten through eighth grade in Seattle's 98125 neighborhood. This regular public elementary school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.3 to 1 with 12 full-time equivalent teachers, creating opportunities for personalized attention in smaller classroom settings. The school has earned a MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #250 out of 381 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 35th percentile among Washington schools.

While there's room for academic growth, the school benefits from serving a well-educated community where 59% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. Students at ST MATTHEW SCHOOL come from a stable neighborhood where the median household income reaches $89,983 and the poverty rate stands at just 10.4%. The surrounding community reflects typical Seattle demographics with a median home value of $809,000, indicating families who are invested in their children's educational journey.

Located on NE 127th Street, the school sits in a large city environment that offers students access to urban educational and cultural resources while maintaining the focused atmosphere of a smaller school community. The combination of manageable enrollment and dedicated teaching staff positions ST MATTHEW SCHOOL as an intimate learning environment within Seattle's diverse educational landscape.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 145 students, St Matthew 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 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Matthew School compares to 104 public schools serving similar grades in Seattle, WA

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
This School
vs
15.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
145
This School
vs
394
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
7.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 40% vs 0%
White 22.8% vs 0%
Asian 18.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.5% vs 0%
St Matthew School Seattle Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Matthew School (this school) 6.9
Olympic Hills Elementary School 7.0
Hazel Wolf K-8 6.3
James Baldwin Elementary School 7.2
Jane Addams Middle School 6.4
Cedar Park Elementary School 7.6
Sacajawea Elementary School 7.0
Olympic View Elementary School 6.7
John Rogers Elementary School 8.3
Broadview-Thomson K-8 School 9.1
Cascadia Elementary 8.6
Robert Eagle Staff Middle School 8.2
Wedgwood Elementary School 8.4
Viewlands Elementary School 9.4
Daniel Bagley Elementary School 7.6
Eckstein Middle School 7.1
Thornton Creek Elementary School 8.0
Stephen Decatur Elementary School 9.2
Greenwood Elementary School 8.8
Green Lake Elementary School 5.9
View Ridge Elementary School 9.0

Showing 20 of 104 schools. View all schools in Seattle

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

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 WA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,163.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 73%
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 145
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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)

Black 40.0%
White 22.8%
Asian 18.6%
Two or More 13.1%
Hispanic 5.5%

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. Cedar Park Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is James Baldwin Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Briarcrest Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Shoreline), with a very similar rating. 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 7.0
Hazel Wolf K-8 Seattle 0.6 mi 6.3
SPRING ACADEMY Seattle 0.8 mi 5.9
James Baldwin Elementary School Seattle 0.9 mi 7.2
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 7.2
DARTMOOR SCHOOL Seattle 1.6 mi
Ingraham High School Seattle 1.1 mi 6.8
BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY--SEATTLE CAMPUS Seattle 1.6 mi 7.5
Sacajawea Elementary School Seattle 1.6 mi 7.0
Jane Addams Middle School Seattle 1.3 mi 6.4
Nathan Hale High School Seattle 1.3 mi 7.4
Olympic View Elementary School Seattle 1.7 mi 6.7
SEATTLE WALDORF SCHOOL Seattle 1.6 mi 7.7
Briarcrest Elementary Shoreline 1.6 mi 7.2
THE EVERGREEN SCHOOL Shoreline 1.5 mi 7.2
Cedar Park Elementary School Seattle 1.3 mi 7.6
Kellogg Middle School Shoreline 1.8 mi 6.8

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding St Matthew School has a median household income of $96,725. It is a well-educated community where 61% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $844,500, with a median rent of $1,856/month. The local poverty rate of 9.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BELLEVUE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bellevue, WA 6.9
Carson Elementary Stevenson, WA 6.9
OAK HARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oak Harbor, WA 6.9
OUR LADY STAR OF THE SEA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bremerton, WA 6.9
ST THOMAS MORE PARISH SCHOOL Lynnwood, WA 6.9
Broadway Learning Center Longview, WA 7.0

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 is ranked #115 out of 381 private schools in WA.

What is St Matthew School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Matthew School has a composite rating of 6.9 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 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
80 Very Bikeable
City Safety
High (5,803/100K)

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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
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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