Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked AZ School
- School Type: Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
St. Matthew School
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked AZ School
- School Type: Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
St. Matthew School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School History
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1943
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
159 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 39%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- St. Matthew Catholic School is a partnership with students, parents and community, committed to developing academic excellence with the integration of Catholic values within a safe and nurturing environment.
- St. Matthew Catholic School is a partnership with students, parents and community, committed to developing academic excellence with the integration of Catholic values within a safe and nurturing environment.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Matthew School often compared to?
St. Matthew School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Francis Xavier School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Matthew School's ranking?
St. Matthew School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Matthew School?
The application deadline for St. Matthew School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Matthew School located?
St. Matthew School is located in the Christy Croft neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ.
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
Popular comparisons: St. Matthew School vs. St. Francis Xavier School
The nearest high school to St. Matthew School is St. Mary's Catholic High School (2.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran School (1.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Family School (1.4 miles away)
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Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: PK-K | 65 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Daycare / Preschool
1127 W Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 252-5866
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
441 W Madison St.
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 372-8888
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: K-8 | 5 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Other Lutheran
1420 W. Thunderbird Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85023
(623) 688-3141
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: K-8 | 49 students
Christian
4922 S 15th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85066
(602) 276-7815
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 487 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 7
Catholic
2525 N 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 251-2503
Distance: 3.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 670 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 15
Christian
1751 W Indian School Road
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 265-4707
Distance: 3.5 mi
Gr: 7-12 | 85 students
Alternative School
1830 E Roosevelt St
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 256-5350
Distance: 3.9 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 439 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 25
Catholic
4602 N 31st Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 973-4000
Distance: 4.1 mi
Gr: 6-12 | 1,381 students
Sports: 18 | Extracurriculars: 71
All-boys (Catholic)
4701 N Central Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 264-5291
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: K-8 | 5 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Other Lutheran
1420 W. Thunderbird Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85023
(623) 688-3141
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: K-8 | 49 students
Christian
4922 S 15th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85066
(602) 276-7815
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 401 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 6
Catholic
3440 N 18th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 266-9527
Distance: 3.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 670 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 15
Christian
1751 W Indian School Road
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 265-4707
Distance: 3.5 mi
Gr: 7-12 | 85 students
Alternative School
1830 E Roosevelt St
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 256-5350
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: PK-K | 65 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Daycare / Preschool
1127 W Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 252-5866
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
441 W Madison St.
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 372-8888
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 401 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 6
Catholic
3440 N 18th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 266-9527
Distance: 3.0 mi
Gr: PK-K | 172 students
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
1751 W. Indian School Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 707-5821
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Charter School
Cross Streets 303 And 17
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(480) 289-2088
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(480) 289-2088
0.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 152 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
(Math: 16% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
330 N 16th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 257-3835
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 257-3835
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 373 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1645 W Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 764-0200
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 764-0200
1.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 313 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1648 S 16th St
Mesa, AZ 85204
(602) 712-0500
Mesa, AZ 85204
(602) 712-0500
1.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 114 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
649 N 6th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 252-6721
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 252-6721
1.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 72 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
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