Serving 472 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Matapeake Elementary School's student population of 472 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
472 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Mariners
School Rankings
Matapeake Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Matapeake Elementary School is 0.30, 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 1338 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
7%
24%
Black
2%
32%
White
83%
31%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
46%
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 1,338 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, Bayside Elementary School, Kent Island Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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?
472 students attend Matapeake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Matapeake Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Matapeake Elementary School?
Matapeake Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, 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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