Mattaponi Elementary vs Shady Side Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 28 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mattaponi Elementary
Upper Marlboro · Public elementary · Grades K–5
391 students
Shady Side Elementary
Shady Side · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
391 students
| Measure | Mattaponi Elementary Upper Marlboro, Maryland | Shady Side Elementary Shady Side, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #397 of 879 | #319 of 879 |
| National rank | #27405 of 50,301 | #22661 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 391 | 391 |
| Enrollment | 391 | 391 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.4% | 27.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 33% |
| city | Upper Marlboro | Shady Side |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Shady Side Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.6 vs 46.7).
- •Mattaponi Elementary does better on math proficiency (40% vs 33%).
- •Shady Side Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Shady Side Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.6% vs 52.4%).
- •Shady Side Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 15.0).
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 Mattaponi Elementary better than Shady Side Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Shady Side Elementary ranks higher (53.6 vs 46.7 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 Mattaponi Elementary and Shady Side Elementary?
About 28 km in a straight line, between Upper Marlboro and Shady Side in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mattaponi Elementary: 391. Shady Side Elementary: 391. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mattaponi Elementary and Shady Side Elementary rank in Maryland?
Mattaponi Elementary is 397th of 879 and Shady Side Elementary is 319th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).