St. Matthew Catholic School

St. Matthew Catholic School, founded in 1943 by the Sisters of the Blessed Virgin Mary, is a cornerstone of Catholic education in downtown Phoenix, AZ. Serving grades K-8 with ~166 students, it partners with the community to foster academic excellence integrated with Catholic values in a safe, multicultural, dual-language (English/Spanish since 2008) environment. Its mission prepares students who love God to serve as global citizens, emphasizing spiritual, intellectual, physical, and social development rooted in Christ. Unique features include weekly Mass, Eucharistic adoration, Angels' sports (grades 5-8), tutoring, field trips, and student council.