St. Matthew Lutheran School

St. Matthew Lutheran School trains the whole child in a Christ-centered family atmosphere.
Each child is challenged to discover and achieve to his God given abilities.
We expect parents to be involved in their child's educational experience.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 133 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $2,400
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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St. Matthew Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:

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School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1971

Student Body

Total Students
133 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
St. Matthew Lutheran School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
12 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Preschool:3 yr. old: $80/mo. 4yr.old:$105; K:$130/mo.
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
David A. Sauer

Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
choir, drama
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Matthew Lutheran School cost?
St. Matthew Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $2,400 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Matthew Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of St. Matthew Lutheran School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.
What sports does St. Matthew Lutheran School offer?
St. Matthew Lutheran School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Softball.
When is the application deadline for St. Matthew Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. Matthew Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 133 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $2,400
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Spokane, WA is $5,223 for elementary schools and $5,625 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Spokane, WA is 92% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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