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 (2026)
- 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%)
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
9%
24%
Black
83%
32%
White
3%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
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 Marlton Elementary School, Rosaryville 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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