Robert D. Stethem Educational Center 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%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert D. Stethem Educational Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students (20-21)
65 students

Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers

School Rankings
Robert D. Stethem Educational Center ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
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%

Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1

American Indian
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Asian
(20-21)n/a
7%

Hispanic
(20-21)6%
20%

Black
(20-21)52%
34%

White
(20-21)34%
34%

Hawaiian
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(20-21)8%
5%


Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
86%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
63%
40%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
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 Robert D. Stethem Educational Center's ranking?
Robert D. Stethem Educational Center is ranked #359 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Robert D. Stethem Educational Center often compared to?
Robert D. Stethem Educational Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Maurice J. Mcdonough High School, William Schmidt Environmental 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 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 Robert D. Stethem Educational Center?
The graduation rate of Robert D. Stethem Educational Center is 50%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Robert D. Stethem Educational Center?
65 students attend Robert D. Stethem Educational Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Robert D. Stethem Educational Center students are Black, 34% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Robert D. Stethem Educational Center offer ?
Robert D. Stethem Educational Center offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert D. Stethem Educational Center part of?
Robert D. Stethem Educational Center is part of Charles County School District.
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