Serving 578 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mary H. Matula 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 32% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary H. Matula Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Mary H. Matula Elementary School's student population of 578 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Mary H. Matula Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary H. Matula Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#446 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
41%
33%
White
33%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary H. Matula Elementary School's ranking?
Mary H. Matula Elementary School is ranked #446 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Mary H. Matula Elementary School often compared to?
Mary H. Matula Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr. James Craik Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Mary H. Matula Elementary School?
578 students attend Mary H. Matula Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Mary H. Matula Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary H. Matula Elementary School?
Mary H. Matula Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mary H. Matula Elementary School offer ?
Mary H. Matula Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mary H. Matula Elementary School part of?
Mary H. Matula Elementary School is part of Charles County School District.
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