Serving 46 students in grades 8-12, Claremont School 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 4:1 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: Special education school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Claremont School 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
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Claremont School's student population of 46 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
46 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Claremont School 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 Claremont School is 0.30, 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
4:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
83%
33%
White
4%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
16%
6%
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 Claremont School's ranking?
Claremont School 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).
What is the graduation rate of Claremont School?
The graduation rate of Claremont School is 50%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Claremont School?
46 students attend Claremont School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Claremont School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Claremont School?
Claremont School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Claremont School offer ?
Claremont School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Claremont School part of?
Claremont School is part of Baltimore City Public Schools School District.
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