Serving 42 students in grades 12, Post Secondary Program ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MD)
- Math Proficiency: 40-59%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79%
- Science Proficiency: 40-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Post Secondary Program ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Post Secondary Program's student population of 42 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
42 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (11-12)
3 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Post Secondary Program is 0.36, 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)
(20-21)40-59%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-79%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
9%
22%
Black
7%
33%
White
79%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(10-11)<50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Post Secondary Program?
The graduation rate of Post Secondary Program is 50%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 84%.
How many students attend Post Secondary Program?
42 students attend Post Secondary Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Post Secondary Program students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Post Secondary Program offer ?
Post Secondary Program offers enrollment in grades 12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Post Secondary Program part of?
Post Secondary Program is part of Carroll County School District.
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