Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Matapeake Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Matapeake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Matapeake Elementary School's student population of 465 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
465 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Matapeake Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Matapeake Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#125 out of 1347 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
1%
33%
White
84%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matapeake Elementary School's ranking?
Matapeake Elementary School is ranked #125 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Matapeake Elementary School often compared to?
Matapeake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grasonville Elementary School, Kent Island Elementary School, Bayside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Matapeake Elementary School?
465 students attend Matapeake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Matapeake Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Matapeake Elementary School?
Matapeake Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Matapeake Elementary School offer ?
Matapeake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Matapeake Elementary School part of?
Matapeake Elementary School is part of Queen Anne's County School District.
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