Calvert County Alternative School serves 2 students in grades 10.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 85%).
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 10
- Enrollment: 2 students
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in MD)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calvert County Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Calvert County Alternative School's student population of 2 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
4 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Calvert County Alternative School is 0.51, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)<50%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)≥50%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
23%
Black
50%
33%
White
50%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
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 schools are Calvert County Alternative School often compared to?
Calvert County Alternative Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like F. B. Gwynn Educational Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% MD state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% MD state average).
How many students attend Calvert County Alternative School?
2 students attend Calvert County Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Calvert County Alternative School students are Black, and 50% of students are White.
What grades does Calvert County Alternative School offer ?
Calvert County Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 10 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Calvert County Alternative School part of?
Calvert County Alternative School is part of Calvert County School District.
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