Serving 372 students in grades 6-8, Matapeake Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 69% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Matapeake Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Matapeake Middle School's student population of 372 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
372 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
Matapeake Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Matapeake Middle School is 0.35, 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
#307 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
10%
23%
Black
4%
33%
White
80%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Matapeake Middle School's ranking?
Matapeake Middle School is ranked #307 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Matapeake Middle School often compared to?
Matapeake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stevensville Middle 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 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Matapeake Middle School?
372 students attend Matapeake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Matapeake Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Matapeake Middle School?
Matapeake Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Matapeake Middle School offer ?
Matapeake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Matapeake Middle School part of?
Matapeake Middle School is part of Queen Anne's County School District.
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