Homewood School

10914 Clarksville Pike
Ellicott City, MD 21042
Rating
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Homewood School serves 86 students in grades 7-12.
Homewood School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 20%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 86 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 2:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 71%
  • Graduation Rate
    : 50-59% (Btm 50% in MD)
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Bottom 50%
  • Math Proficiency
    : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • 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:

School Overview

Homewood School's student population of 86 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
86 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
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School Rankings

Homewood School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Homewood School is 0.68, 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)
Overall Testing Rank
#804 out of 1343 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
20%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
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Hispanic
13%
21%
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Black
47%
33%
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White
29%
34%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
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Diversity Score
0.68
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Graduation Rate
50-59%
87%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
38%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Homewood School's ranking?
Homewood School is ranked #804 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% 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 87%.
How many students attend Homewood School?
86 students attend Homewood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Homewood School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Homewood School?
Homewood School has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Homewood School offer ?
Homewood School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Homewood School part of?

School Reviews

1   9/20/2018
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!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Oolimon
5   1/29/2015
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.
- Posted by Parent - llamp
5   9/13/2013
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!
- Posted by Parent - cterr
5   1/10/2011
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.
- Posted by Parent - rainy

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Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 86 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 2:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 71%
  • Graduation Rate
    : 50-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Bottom 50%
  • Math Proficiency
    : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

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