Serving 87 students in grades 6-12, Center For Educational Opportunity 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 62% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 87 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Center For Educational Opportunity ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Center For Educational Opportunity's student population of 87 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
87 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Center For Educational Opportunity 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 Center For Educational Opportunity is 0.67, 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)
(20-21)≤20%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
42%
33%
White
38%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Center For Educational Opportunity's ranking?
Center For Educational Opportunity is ranked #359 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
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 Center For Educational Opportunity?
The graduation rate of Center For Educational Opportunity is 21-39%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Center For Educational Opportunity?
87 students attend Center For Educational Opportunity.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Center For Educational Opportunity students are Black, 38% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Center For Educational Opportunity?
Center For Educational Opportunity has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Center For Educational Opportunity offer ?
Center For Educational Opportunity offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Center For Educational Opportunity part of?
Center For Educational Opportunity is part of Harford County School District.
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