Waterloo Catholic Elementary School (WCDSB)

Homes for Sale Near St. Matthew Catholic Elementary School

St. Matthew Catholic Elementary School is a Kindergarten to Grade 8 Catholic school at 405 Pastern Trail in the Lexington area of east Waterloo, run by the Waterloo Catholic District School Board. Opened in 1995, it has the highest Fraser Institute rating of any Catholic elementary school in Kitchener-Waterloo. Below are current listings near the school, plus nearby neighbourhoods.

By George Dmitrovic, Realtor with Keller Williams Innovation Realty. Updated October 2026. Jump to the St. Matthew guide

St. Matthew at a Glance

School board

Waterloo Catholic District School Board

Grades

Kindergarten to Grade 8, with Extended Day Care

Location

405 Pastern Trail, Lexington, east Waterloo

Serves

Lexington and nearby east Waterloo streets, including University Downs

High school

St. David Catholic Secondary School

School facts

Opened 1995; the Wildcats; over 400 students when this guide was first written

St. Matthew Catholic Elementary School is a Waterloo Catholic District School Board (WCDSB) school at 405 Pastern Trail in east Waterloo, serving Kindergarten to Grade 8. It draws families from the Lexington and University Downs areas, and its graduates go on to St. David Catholic Secondary School. Buyers look here because St. Matthew has the highest Fraser rating of any Catholic elementary school in Kitchener-Waterloo, and homes nearby cost about the same as the Waterloo average.

About St. Matthew

St. Matthew opened on September 24, 1995, to serve students who had been going to St. Thomas Aquinas and St. Agnes. The school’s teams and spirit days go by the Wildcats, and the WCDSB describes it as a school of more than 400 students and a staff of more than 50 (the board does not give a year for those figures).

What families should know about day-to-day life:

Extended Day Program: the board’s own fee-based before and after school care for Kindergarten to Grade 6, run by Registered Early Childhood Educators, from 7:00 am to the morning bell and from dismissal to 6:00 pm, plus select PA days.
French: St. Matthew teaches Core French but is not a French Immersion school. In Waterloo, WCDSB French Immersion starts in Grade 1 at St. Luke, Sir Edgar Bauer and Holy Rosary, all with limited enrolment.
Parishes: the school is linked with St. Agnes and St. Michael parishes.
Track record: its Lego robotics team won an area championship in 2010, and the school earned Ontario EcoSchools Gold certification in 2019.

How St. Matthew Rates

St. Matthew is rated 8.3 out of 10 in the Fraser Institute’s latest Report Card on Ontario’s Elementary Schools, which uses 2023-2024 results. That is the highest rating of any WCDSB Catholic elementary school in Kitchener and Waterloo. The next highest is St. Josephine Bakhita in Kitchener at 7.9, and the next highest in Waterloo is St. Nicholas at 7.6. St. Luke, the nearby French Immersion site, is rated 6.7.

The Fraser rating is built mostly from provincial EQAO test results. It is one useful measure, but it says little about a school’s culture, special education support or how well it fits your child. A visit and a talk with the principal will tell you more. My guide to the best Catholic elementary schools in Kitchener-Waterloo compares the options.

Which Neighbourhoods Feed Into St. Matthew?

St. Matthew serves the east side of Waterloo near University Avenue East. Local neighbourhood guides list it as the Catholic school for Lexington and University Downs. Nearby Colonial Acres and Eastbridge are mostly served by St. Luke, and Lincoln Heights by St. Agnes, so school assignment can change from one street to the next.

After Grade 8, students go to St. David Catholic Secondary School at 4 High Street in Waterloo, north of Uptown. St. Matthew is one of eight Catholic elementary schools that feed St. David, which is rated 8.0 in the Fraser Institute’s secondary report card (2023-2024 results) and offers Advanced Placement and French Immersion.

Boundaries change, so always check an exact address with the WCDSB school finder before you make an offer. St. Matthew is not on the board’s current list of capped schools, so it may take out-of-boundary students, but only where there is space. Out-of-boundary students do not get board transportation, and they are not automatically admitted to the feeder high school. The WCDSB lists no current boundary reviews.

Homes Near St. Matthew

The streets around the school were built mostly from the 1990s on, with detached two-storey homes, semis and townhouses, plus some older homes on larger lots toward the Grand River. In the MLS district that includes Lexington (120 Lexington/Lincoln Village), the median sale price for a detached home was $860,000 over the 12 months to September 2026, based on George’s analysis of ITSO MLS sales. Semi-detached homes had a median of $639,000 and townhouses $620,000.

That detached median is almost exactly the Waterloo-wide figure of $859,000. See the full neighbourhood price table or browse homes in top school districts.

For outdoor space, the Melitzer Woodlot, a 24-acre environmental reserve with Melitzer Creek running through it, is on Pastern Trail, and University Downs Park on Auburn Drive has trails, a ball diamond, an outdoor rink and a playground. Bechtel Park on Bridge Street West adds 100 acres of trails, sports fields and the Manulife Soccer and Sports Centre.

Is St. Matthew a Good Fit for Your Family?

St. Matthew suits Catholic families who want a well-rated school that runs all the way to Grade 8, with board-run before and after school care for younger children and a clear path to St. David. It also suits buyers who want that school without paying more than the Waterloo average for a detached home.

The trade-offs: there is no French Immersion, so families who want it will look at St. Luke or another site with limited spaces. East Waterloo is mostly a driving area, and St. David is near Uptown, about a 10-minute drive away depending on traffic. And because boundaries in this corner of Waterloo split between St. Matthew, St. Luke and St. Agnes, a listing’s description is not proof of which school serves it.

If you are comparing family areas, my guide to the best areas for families can help. Or book a free call and we’ll talk it through.

Originally written by Will Kummer for WRX Property Group and fully updated by George Dmitrovic in October 2026.

Neighbourhoods Near St. Matthew

What Clients Are Saying

Five-star Google reviews from Kitchener-Waterloo buyers and sellers George has helped.

Amarpreet Kaur

			I worked with George for the sale of my house and his team was excellent. They explained the whole process... read moreI worked with George for the sale of my house and his team was excellent. They explained the whole process and everything went smoothly. One of the best realtors in Kitchener. Highly recommend the wrx property group. read less		
				
D Timberwolf

			I worked with George to sell my house and he was very attentive. He listened to what I needed, and... read moreI worked with George to sell my house and he was very attentive. He listened to what I needed, and made everything happen as quickly as could reasonably be expected. The deal we struck was fantastic! Thanks again read less		
				
Gillian Ryan Katsoulis

			George and his team were such a pleasure to work with. From the initial consultation to well after we accepted... read moreGeorge and his team were such a pleasure to work with. From the initial consultation to well after we accepted an offer, they have been very easy to communicate with and happy to answer any questions we had (no matter how basic). They have been accommodating with our timelines and schedule and, most importantly, sold our house for an excellent price, even in a slow month. We were most impressed with the marketing efforts: excellent photos, expert staging, and an impressive video walkthough. Each were a delight to see and we believe really made a difference with the sale. Highly recommend and would definitely work with the team again! read less		
				
Chantelle Burgess

			George helped us sell our home quickly and efficiently. Dealing with him and his team was a great experience.		
				
Lori Trumper

			I recently bought and sold a house with the help of George and Vince Dmitrovic-WRX Property Group. I met with... read moreI recently bought and sold a house with the help of George and Vince Dmitrovic-WRX Property Group. I met with several realtors before putting my house on the market. George and Vince presented themselves as professional, competent and sincerely interested in doing their best for both the sale and purchase. George handled the sale of my home in Waterloo and Vince handled the purchase of my new home in Stratford. Throughout the process they were honest, very responsive and delivered on their commitments. They were both very personable and inspired confidence throughout this process. They connected me with a home stager who in turn connected me to an excellent moving company. Moving is considered to be one of the most stressful life events, however, working with both George and Vince made these transactions proceed as smoothly as possible. I sincerely wish them both every success and highly recommend them to be your next realty team. Lori Trumper read less		
				
THLA VUNG LIAN

			I had a great experience working with George. He was very transparent very responsive to any questions that I asked... read moreI had a great experience working with George. He was very transparent very responsive to any questions that I asked throughout the process of the sale of my house. He explained everything as to how he would advertise and what his commission fee would be. He was able to help me sell the house in a week and we we’re nothing but grateful to him. I would definitely recommend George! read less		
				
Billy Pereira

			George was recommended to us through a family member that had recently bought/sold with him. Although, we had interviewed multiple... read moreGeorge was recommended to us through a family member that had recently bought/sold with him. Although, we had interviewed multiple realtors, George stood out to us. He kept in touch with us over a 6 month period, keeping us updated on the market. We felt comfortable and had 100% confidence in George’s expertise. We are very happy with the way our home was marketed, the sale went smoothly and was stress free. If you’re looking for a realtor I would reach out to George first! read less		
				
N.Anissa K-V

			We found George Dmitrovic to be an excellent realtor. We were very impressed! He is extremely knowledgeable, helpful, patient, and... read moreWe found George Dmitrovic to be an excellent realtor. We were very impressed! He is extremely knowledgeable, helpful, patient, and honest. He clearly puts his clients first!

We highly recommend George Dmitrovic to anyone looking for a realtor. You will have a very positive experience like we did  (he will get your house sold or help you find a great house) . read less		
				
Katie Evans-Lehman

			George is absolutely amazing to work with! He has your best interests in mind. He is very professional, friendly and... read moreGeorge is absolutely amazing to work with! He has your best interests in mind. He is very professional, friendly and knowledgeable. I could ramble on and on about how great George is because he is that awesome ! read less

Read Our Google Reviews →

Selling a Home Near St. Matthew?

Thinking of selling, or buying and selling at the same time? Get a free, no-obligation home evaluation based on recent sales near you.

Prefer to talk? Book a free consultation

St. Matthew FAQs

Answers to the questions families ask most about St. Matthew and buying a home nearby.

Where is St. Matthew Catholic Elementary School?

St. Matthew is at 405 Pastern Trail in east Waterloo, in the Lexington area just off University Avenue East. It is run by the Waterloo Catholic District School Board. The Melitzer Woodlot, a 24-acre environmental reserve, is on the same street, and Bechtel Park and the Conestoga Parkway are a short drive away.

Which neighbourhoods does St. Matthew serve?

Local neighbourhood guides list St. Matthew as the Catholic elementary school for Lexington and University Downs in east Waterloo. Nearby Colonial Acres and Eastbridge mostly go to St. Luke, and Lincoln Heights to St. Agnes, so the boundary can split close streets. Always check an exact address with the WCDSB school finder before you buy.

How has St. Matthew ranked?

In the Fraser Institute’s latest report card on Ontario elementary schools, which uses 2023-2024 results, St. Matthew is rated 8.3 out of 10. That is the highest rating of any Catholic elementary school in Kitchener-Waterloo, ahead of St. Josephine Bakhita at 7.9. The rating is based mostly on EQAO tests, so treat it as one measure among many.

Where do St. Matthew students go to high school?

St. Matthew graduates go on to St. David Catholic Secondary School at 4 High Street in Waterloo, north of Uptown. St. David is rated 8.0 in the Fraser Institute’s secondary report card using 2023-2024 results, and it offers Advanced Placement and French Immersion. Confirm the high school for any address with the board, since boundaries can change.

Is St. Matthew good for kids interested in technology?

The school has a history here: its Lego robotics team won an area championship in 2010, built through partnerships with local tech and university groups. I could not confirm which technology clubs run this school year, since clubs depend on staff volunteers. Ask the principal what is on offer before you decide. St. David offers Advanced Placement courses later on.

What activities does St. Matthew offer?

The WCDSB describes St. Matthew as a school with a strong sports record and activities built around excellence, competition and fun. Spirit days run as Wildcat Wednesdays, and the school earned EcoSchools Gold certification in 2019. Clubs and teams change from year to year, so ask the school for the current list.

Does St. Matthew offer Extended Day Care?

Yes. The WCDSB runs a fee-based Extended Day Program at St. Matthew for Kindergarten to Grade 6, led by Registered Early Childhood Educators. Care runs from 7:00 am until the morning bell and from dismissal until 6:00 pm, plus select PA days, on a set weekly schedule.