Chesapeake Science Point

7321 Parkway Drive South
Hanover, MD 21076
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 500 students in grades 6-12, Chesapeake Science Point ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 500 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : ≥90% (Top 50% in MD)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 30% (Top 30%)
  • : 68% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Chesapeake Science Point ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:

School Overview

Chesapeake Science Point's student population of 500 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
500 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
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School Rankings

Chesapeake Science Point 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 Chesapeake Science Point is 0.72, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MD)
#182 out of 1343 schools
(Top 20%)
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30%
20%
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68%
36%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
7%
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Hispanic
9%
21%
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Black
43%
33%
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White
25%
34%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.72
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≥90%
87%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
38%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chesapeake Science Point's ranking?
Chesapeake Science Point is ranked #182 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chesapeake Science Point?
The graduation rate of Chesapeake Science Point is 90%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Chesapeake Science Point?
500 students attend Chesapeake Science Point.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Chesapeake Science Point students are Black, 25% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chesapeake Science Point?
Chesapeake Science Point has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chesapeake Science Point offer ?
Chesapeake Science Point offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Chesapeake Science Point part of?
Chesapeake Science Point is part of Anne Arundel County Public Schools School District.

School Reviews

4   3/3/2020
This school is amazing, there is so much diversity and culture. The staff is outstanding. We have very good scientific minds. We try our best considering it has very low funding from the county. The uniforms are also comfortable.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Student
2   12/27/2018
Very Good
- Posted by Student/Alumni - N
5   9/9/2017
If you want your child to be successful this is the school for you though it doesn't have as many sports teams as other schools it makes up for that in academics the teachers are great they work very hard to make students ready for college even coming in on Saturday if necessary
- Posted by Parent - Anonymous
4   2/25/2017
CSP is the only charter high school in AA Co. The school has dealt with some issues from the county and some from within. The school has graduated 3 classes so far with a 100% graduation rate and 100% college acceptance rate. The school is small so the traditional high schools sports are limited to soccer, basketball, CC and Track and Field. The staff is very caring and nurturing. Overall the school may not be a great fit for all but is providing a rigorous and advanced education in STEM for its students.
- Posted by Parent - Parent
2   4/2/2008
CSP is a charter school in AA county based in Hanover, MD. The student body is composed of a random selection of students that are picked from a lottery. The school has had some pluses including high science and math scores. However, if one reads below the fine print, the school has had major problems. Some blame the school system. Others defend the school from any wrongdoing. The school has a multitude of staff complaints, teacher dismissals, investigations, and even threats of violence of late. Based on conversations with teachers and parents, the students are general poor academic achievers and many display behavior problems in class. The school premises is based in a small business development next to a coffee shop. There are no outside facilities and the classes are in closed, concreted rooms.
- Posted by Parent - none2

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 500 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : ≥90% (Top 50%)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 30% (Top 30%)
  • : 68% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

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