Serving 391 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mattaponi Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mattaponi Elementary serves the southeastern part of Upper Marlboro, MD, covering an area of approximately 17.9 square miles. Families typically face a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mattaponi Elementary School's student population of 391 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
391 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every child deserves a champion.
School Rankings
Mattaponi Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mattaponi 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
#463 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
83%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mattaponi Elementary School's ranking?
Mattaponi Elementary School is ranked #463 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Mattaponi Elementary School often compared to?
Mattaponi Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosaryville Elementary School, Marlton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Mattaponi Elementary School?
391 students attend Mattaponi Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Mattaponi Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mattaponi Elementary School?
Mattaponi Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mattaponi Elementary School offer ?
Mattaponi Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mattaponi Elementary School part of?
Mattaponi Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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