Serving 109 students in grades 6-12, Homewood School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). 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 3:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 109 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Homewood School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Homewood School's student population of 109 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
109 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
The Homewood Center empowers students to build skills and confidence.
School Rankings
Homewood School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Homewood School is 0.72, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#662 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
50-59%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Phoenix
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Homewood School's ranking?
Homewood School is ranked #662 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Homewood School often compared to?
Homewood Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Applications And Research Laboratory by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Homewood School?
The graduation rate of Homewood School is 50-59%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 85.8%.
How many students attend Homewood School?
109 students attend Homewood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Homewood School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Homewood School?
Homewood School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Homewood School offer ?
Homewood School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Homewood School part of?
Homewood School is part of Howard County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My son has flourished since attending this school. He has had trouble all of his school career due to ADHD. The teachers are wonderful and really encourage the kids to blossom.
5 10/10/2025
This school is very friendly and helpful to all students and staff. They really focus on helping the students one on one no matter what the situation is. They want your child to succeed. Everyone is very, very caring. Especially in this world today
our kids need all the support and encouragement they can get. Thank you Homewood!
5 10/10/2025
Before my son started at Homewood, I only knew it as a place where they sent the "bad kids." What I know now is that this is a place where they will go to great lengths to help every child succeed. Don't expect them to sweat the small stuff, but do expect them to hold every child accountable for doing the best they can do. Every member of the staff is part of the support team for these kids, and they all do a great job. If your child has struggled in other HoCo schools, this could be a great place for them.
1 10/10/2025
I attend the Bridges program not because I have behavioral problems, but because I have a rare pain disorder. The school is great for kids using it for its purpose, however my needs are very different and this environment does not meet them. The staff do not all acknowledge my medical condition and could do much more to accomadate me. They try to lump me together with all the other students creating the same goals for me. They care more about there schools mission then my health!
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