Serving 530 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Spark M. Matsunaga 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 62% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 84% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary School serves the west part of Germantown, MD, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary School's student population of 530 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
530 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Year Founded
2001
School Rankings
Spark M. Matsunaga 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 Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary School is 0.76, which is more 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
#111 out of 1338 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Asian
37%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Black
22%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
White
16%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary School's ranking?
Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary School is ranked #111 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary School often compared to?
Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary School?
530 students attend Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary School?
Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary School offer ?
Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary School part of?
Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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