St. Matthew School

100 Seymour Avenue

Edison, NJ 08817

17 Reviews

School District
Grade

PK-8
Type

private

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on August 30, 2023

We joined St. Matthews last year, and I have to say I couldn't be happier. My son's education took giant leaps forward compared to their progress in the public schools - the curriculum and staff are outstanding, and the leadership is phenomenal. From the first day we were treated like family by everyone at St. Matthews. I never had to worry about safety, security, or teaching - the teachers are all engaged, and smaller classroom size means every student gets personal attention. Without reservation, I would (and HAVE!) recommend St. Matthews school to anyone looking for quality education in central NJ.
Submitted by parent on May 08, 2021

This is the best school ever. Teachers and staffs are very friendly and passionate. Students have great attitudes.
Submitted by parent on January 26, 2020

It’s my Daughther second home, and my experience as parents is the best , gives me the peace of mind that my kid is in a safe and nurturing environment
Submitted by parent on April 16, 2019

St Matthews is a GREAT school, its like a second home for my child. Very family oriented, excellent discipline, faith based, awesome faculty, and always welcoming
Submitted by parent on September 27, 2018

We have only been here for a month and it has been great so far. Family environment. Strong academics. The math teacher, Mrs. Muscolino is fantastic! The principal, Mrs. Schaefer is such a great leader. My son is new and he's an 8th grader and he is happy here. We took him out of our horrible public middle school because the environment was so toxic. We made the right choice!
Submitted by parent on February 21, 2018

Great experience. My son is in this school since preschool till date.awsome teachers. Always feels like it’s a family not an institution.
Submitted by parent on March 15, 2016

The class of 2015 had the best test scores in the diocese, beating St Francis. My child earned scholarships to local Catholic high schools and is now in honors and sophmore level classes as a freshman. The robotics program is top notch, an amazing learning experience focused on developing personal skills, not only winning awards. Thank you SMS 6th, 7th and 8th grade teachers.
Submitted by other on February 27, 2016

Our school reflects the many faces and faiths of our community. We share our love of learning and our values and celebrate what makes each of us unique. We offer a STREAM program (science, technology, religion, engineering, art, and math) and Google Classroom, with all it entails, and Chromebooks. Our school boasts a Robotics team and some of the highest test scores in the Diocese. We also offer band, art, basketball, and soccer. One current 8th grader was just notified that she is the one and only recipient of a full, 4-year scholarship to one of the most prestigious schools in New York City. In a small environment where every child knows every other child from PK-8, as do the parents, our children have highly honed interpersonal skills that will serve them well in high school, college, and beyond. Children blossom here. I know mine have...
Submitted by parent on February 02, 2016

I put my son in this school in 1st grade and we were coming from knollwood school in piscataway.We were very disappointed in knoll wood and our son was seriously lacking behind.Since the first day In St. Mathews our son has blossomed.The teachers and principal paid extra attention to his needs and they were very nurturing .This school is the best thing that happened to my son.
Submitted by parent on December 25, 2015

This school fails in math subject in every level. My 2 kids, one went to college, and failed the math portion of the entrance college exam. The other one who is currently in college is failing statistics due to the bad mathematics teaching in this school. They change teachers all the time. Principal left. Secretary left. Turnover is pretty quick. Tuition expensive. You are better off putting your kids to public school.
Submitted by other on June 14, 2015

St. Matthew School is the best school in the diocese. It has a long history of success. Our alumni are doing excellent job in high school; not only academically, but morally and spiritually as well. The administration and faculty are the most caring group of people who treat our children like their own. The community is bonded like real families. We are so happy we made the right choice of sending our child to St. Matthew School.
Submitted by parent on April 22, 2015

I have two boys who attended St Matthew since Kindergarten. I could not be happier with the education and values they have received. My oldest is a freshman in High School getting straight A's while his younger brother is a member of the eighth grade class that just scored the highest Math, Reading and English standardized test grades of any school in the diocese.
Submitted by parent on November 18, 2014

We have been part of St Matthew community since 2003. Placing our children in St. Matthew School was the best decision we made. It is here that they have not only received a top notch education, but have also learned what it means to give back to their community, be accepting of others and to be nurtured in a faith filled environment. The connection the children have with their teachers and the administration is what every parent would hope for. It is a very special place!
Submitted by other on October 03, 2014

I am a member of St. Matthew the Apostle Parish and am currently serving on the School Advisory Council. Prior to being on the Council, I really didn't know much about St. Matthew School. Since I've been on the Council, I have learned a lot. For example, the Terra Nova (standardized test) scores from 2014 placed St. Matthew School first in Reading, second in Mathematics, and third in Reading of all the Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Metuchen. Performances from past years have been similar. Although too much weight is placed on standardized test scores, it is a fact of life and important to know that St. Matthew School produces students that score very well on these tests. Small class size and the familial, welcoming atmosphere at St. Matthew School are very attractive features one should be looking for in a school for their children. St. Matthew School produces well-rounded students, grounded in faith, morals, and good citizenship. I am proud to be a member of the St. Matthew School Advisory Council.
Submitted by parent on October 01, 2014

Saint Matthew School is a nurturing environment where students are encouraged and challenged to learn on a daily basis. The teachers care greatly for the students. The personalized class and teaching styles of the teachers help each and every student, regardless of their level. The family atmosphere is second to none. We are beyond happy with the education our 3rd grader gets!
Submitted by parent on June 23, 2014

St. Matthew School is the best kept secret in Edison. In this school children from PreK through 8th grade grow and learn in an environment that promotes respect, cooperation, and academic excellence. Each child is taught everyone is unique and can achieve their personal best by working hard and having fun learning and developing together. Each staff member, beginning with the principal, leads by example and continues to steer the students toward achieving their goals academically, socially and spiritually. I recommend St. Matthew's wholeheartedly and speak from experience as both of my children attended this school from preK through 8th grade. They are now successfully attending private high schools in all honors classes and they credit much of their success to the foundation they received at St. Matthew's. It's a wonderful school and a great choice for your child.
Submitted by parent on July 17, 2012

Not a Catholic population. As practicing Catholics, my sons were the minority in each class. Education was sub par. I did a lot of 1:1 instruction with my boys to compensate. Few of us paid full tuition while others "need based" ( unemployed by choice) went for free. Tough call as the schools in Edison are so undesirable. Best advice is to move out of town. We did. Much happier.