Serving 60 students in grades 9-12, Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies's student population of 60 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
60 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies is 0.45, 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
#359 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
73%
33%
White
8%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies's ranking?
Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies is ranked #359 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies often compared to?
Catonsville Center For Alternative Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Averill Park High School, Columbia High School 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 25% MD state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies?
The graduation rate of Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies is 50%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies?
60 students attend Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies?
Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies offer ?
Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies part of?
Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies is part of Baltimore County School District.
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