Forest Knolls Elementary vs Matapeake Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 60 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Forest Knolls Elementary
Silver Spring · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
472 students
Matapeake Elementary School
Stevensville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
472 students
| Measure | Forest Knolls Elementary Silver Spring, Maryland | Matapeake Elementary School Stevensville, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #163 of 879 | #172 of 879 |
| National rank | #11529 of 50,301 | #11882 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 472 | 472 |
| Enrollment | 472 | 472 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.1% | 25.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 60% |
| city | Silver Spring | Stevensville |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (69.7 vs 69.2).
- •Matapeake Elementary School does better on math proficiency (60% vs 58%).
- •Matapeake Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 55%).
- •Matapeake Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.2% vs 41.1%).
- •Forest Knolls Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 15.7).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Forest Knolls Elementary better than Matapeake Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Forest Knolls Elementary and Matapeake Elementary School?
About 60 km in a straight line, between Silver Spring and Stevensville in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Forest Knolls Elementary: 472. Matapeake Elementary School: 472. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Forest Knolls Elementary and Matapeake Elementary School rank in Maryland?
Forest Knolls Elementary is 163rd of 879 and Matapeake Elementary School is 172nd of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).