Serving 6 students in grades 6-8, Meadowood Education Center ranks in the top 20% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 1:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 1:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadowood Education Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Meadowood Education Center's student population of 6 students has declined by 83% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
6 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Meadowood Education Center ranks within the top 20% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadowood Education Center is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#165 out of 1343 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
1:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
21%
Black
83%
33%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadowood Education Center's ranking?
Meadowood Education Center is ranked #165 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 20% MD state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Meadowood Education Center?
6 students attend Meadowood Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Meadowood Education Center students are Black, and 17% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meadowood Education Center?
Meadowood Education Center has a student ration of 1:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meadowood Education Center offer ?
Meadowood Education Center offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Meadowood Education Center part of?
Meadowood Education Center is part of Baltimore County Public Schools School District.
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