Rating
7.6
5-year avg
7
Rank
157/1032
2026 report · 2024-2025 school year
Quick take
School review information
St. Matthew's Elementary is a well-regarded Catholic independent school that offers a strong blend of academic achievement, moral education, and community engagement. With its recent upward trend in academic ratings and a direct pathway to a reputable secondary school, it is an excellent environment for students to thrive both academically and spiritually.
Editorial review summary
Publicly available parent reviews for St. Matthew's Elementary are limited, but available signals point to a highly engaged and tight-knit community. Parents appreciate the safe, faith-based environment that emphasizes moral development alongside academics. The mandatory parent participation (such as traffic supervision and event volunteering) fosters a strong sense of community, though it requires a time commitment. Families also highly value the school's seamless feeder connection to Holy Cross Regional Secondary School.
Common positives
- Strong and improving academic performance (Fraser Institute rating of 7.6/10).
- Direct feeder school to Holy Cross Regional Secondary School.
- Tight-knit community with strong family and parish involvement.
- On-site preschool program available for early learners.
- Focus on moral development, community service, and performing arts.
Common concerns
- Mandatory parent participation hours may be challenging for busy working families.
- As an independent Catholic school, it requires tuition fees.
- Admission priority is given to active Catholic parishioners, which can limit access for non-Catholic families.
Who this school may fit
Highly recommended for Catholic families in Surrey who are looking for a faith-based education and are willing to actively participate in the school community. It is an especially strategic choice for parents wanting a seamless transition for their children into Holy Cross Regional Secondary School.
Ratings and data
Academic information
According to the Fraser Institute, St. Matthew's Elementary holds a strong overall rating of 7.6/10, ranking 157th out of 1032 schools in British Columbia. The school's rating history shows a notable recent upward trend, progressing from 6.7 to 7.6 over the last five reported years, with a previous 5-year average of 7. This indicates solid and improving academic performance that sits comfortably above the provincial average.
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St Matthew's Elementary is located at 16065 88 Ave, Surrey, BC, V4N 1G3 in Surrey.
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St Matthew's Elementary school information
St Matthew's Elementary is a elementary school in Surrey. This page brings together school ratings and rankings, school programs, 0 after-school options, nearby tutors, and kids classes so families can compare the school and after-school fit in one place.
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AI research sources
Researched: 2026-09-29
- St Matthew's Elementary - Official Website
- St Matthew's Elementary School Reports - Student Success BC
- St Matthew's Elementary - YouTube
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Fraser Institute · 2026 report
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