Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies serves 23 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies's student population of 23 students has declined by 64% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
23 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies is 0.24, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
14:1
American Indian
5%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
21%
Black
87%
33%
White
4%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies often compared to?
Catonsville Center For Alternative Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Averill Park High School, Columbia High School by visitors of our site.
What is the graduation rate of Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies?
The graduation rate of Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies is 50%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies?
23 students attend Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies?
Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies offer ?
Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies part of?
Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies is part of Baltimore County Public Schools School District.
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