James McHenry Elementary vs Mary H. Matula Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 47 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James McHenry Elementary
Lanham · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
610 students
Mary H. Matula Elementary School
La Plata · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
610 students
| Measure | James McHenry Elementary Lanham, Maryland | Mary H. Matula Elementary School La Plata, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #719 of 879 | #396 of 879 |
| National rank | #43905 of 50,301 | #27307 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 610 | 610 |
| Enrollment | 610 | 610 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.6% | 40.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 36% |
| city | Lanham | La Plata |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mary H. Matula Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.8 vs 21.5).
- •Mary H. Matula Elementary School does better on math proficiency (36% vs 18%).
- •Mary H. Matula Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 28%).
- •Mary H. Matula Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.5% vs 91.6%).
- •James McHenry Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 14.5).
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 James McHenry Elementary better than Mary H. Matula Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Mary H. Matula Elementary School ranks higher (46.8 vs 21.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are James McHenry Elementary and Mary H. Matula Elementary School?
About 47 km in a straight line, between Lanham and La Plata in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James McHenry Elementary: 610. Mary H. Matula Elementary School: 610. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James McHenry Elementary and Mary H. Matula Elementary School rank in Maryland?
James McHenry Elementary is 719th of 879 and Mary H. Matula Elementary School is 396th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).