Serving 256 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Clay Hill Public Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clay Hill Public Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Clay Hill Public Charter School's student population of 256 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
256 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clay Hill Public Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clay Hill Public Charter School is 0.48, 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
#837 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
69%
22%
Black
20%
33%
White
8%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
46%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clay Hill Public Charter School's ranking?
Clay Hill Public Charter School is ranked #837 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Clay Hill Public Charter School?
256 students attend Clay Hill Public Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Clay Hill Public Charter School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clay Hill Public Charter School?
Clay Hill Public Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clay Hill Public Charter School offer ?
Clay Hill Public Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Clay Hill Public Charter School part of?
Clay Hill Public Charter School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Clay Hill Public Charter School located?
Clay Hill Public Charter School is located in the Bayview neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Bayview.
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