Serving 68 students in grades 9-12, Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
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%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The Catonsville Center for Alternative Studies serves the southern part of Catonsville, MD, covering an area of approximately 14.1 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.2 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies's student population of 68 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
68 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies 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)
(21-22)<50%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
24%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
79%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
<50%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)100%
33.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
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 Columbia High School, Averill Park High School 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 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 85.8%.
How many students attend Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies?
68 students attend Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 5% 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 4:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies part of?
Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies is part of Baltimore County School District.
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