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#330 of 571 private schools in WI

St Matthew School

Elementary School

9329 S CHICAGO RD, Oak Creek, WI 53154

Private

Enrollment

187

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#330 of 571

In Oak Creek

#3 of 3

public schools

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St Matthew School

6.1/10

Elementary School in Oak Creek · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Carollton Elementary

8.2/10

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Deerfield Elementary

8.3/10

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About St Matthew School

St Matthew School is a private elementary school in Oak Creek, WI. St Matthew School serves approximately 187 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Matthew School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #330 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for St Matthew School show 0% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 0% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it compares0.7 pts below WI schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 187 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

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How St Matthew School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Oak Creek, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
This School
vs
17.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
187
This School
vs
430
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.1
This School
vs
7.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 85.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.6% vs 0%
Black 2.1% vs 0%
Asian 2.1% vs 0%
St Matthew School Oak Creek Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Matthew School (this school) 6.1
Carollton Elementary 8.2
Deerfield Elementary 8.3
Oak Creek East Middle 7.4
Meadowview Elementary 7.4
Edgewood Elementary 7.1
Shepard Hills Elementary 7.1
Oak Creek West Middle 7.6
Early Learning Academy 3.8
Forest Ridge Elementary 7.4
Cedar Hills Elementary 7.8

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 WI.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.4 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,152
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 26%
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 187
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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 WI

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 0.0% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
31.2% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 0.0% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
34.4% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 2 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 85.6%
Hispanic 8.6%
Black 2.1%
Asian 2.1%
Two or More 1.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

9329 S CHICAGO RD, Oak Creek, WI 53154

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Matthew School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. E W Luther Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby South Milwaukee), which scores notably higher. Another option is Deerfield Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Carollton Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oak Creek, see our Oak Creek schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Carollton Elementary Oak Creek 0.5 mi 8.2
Deerfield Elementary Oak Creek 1.5 mi 8.3
ZION EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL South Milwaukee 1.5 mi 4.9
Blakewood Elementary South Milwaukee 1.7 mi 6.3
GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oak Creek 1.5 mi 6.9
Lakeview Elementary South Milwaukee 2.0 mi 6.6
Oak Creek East Middle Oak Creek 1.9 mi 7.4
Meadowview Elementary Oak Creek 2.2 mi 7.4
GUIDANCE ACADEMY South Milwaukee 2.7 mi 6.9
Rawson Elementary South Milwaukee 2.9 mi 5.3
E W Luther Elementary South Milwaukee 3.0 mi 8.9
Edgewood Elementary Oak Creek 2.3 mi 7.1
Shepard Hills Elementary Oak Creek 2.3 mi 7.1
South Milwaukee Middle South Milwaukee 3.2 mi 5.1
Oak Creek High Oak Creek 2.5 mi 5.5
South Milwaukee High South Milwaukee 3.3 mi 4.6
DIVINE MERCY SCHOOL South Milwaukee 3.8 mi 6.6
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Caledonia 3.6 mi 4.4
Mitchell Elementary Cudahy 4.3 mi 7.0
Jones Elementary Cudahy 4.4 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53154 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,120

Median Home Value

$305,100

Median Rent

$1,397/mo

Population

36,473

College Educated

38.4%

Homeownership

59.4%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.4%

Median Age

38.9

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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 187 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St Matthew School is 12.5:1. 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 WI?

St Matthew School ranks #330 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is St Matthew School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Matthew School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Matthew School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St Matthew School has 0% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 0% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

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
14 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
187
Gender Split
61% M / 39% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.4 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Milwaukee County

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