Serving 204 students in grades 5-8, Lillie May Carroll Jackson School ranks in the bottom 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lillie May Carroll Jackson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Lillie May Carroll Jackson School's student population of 204 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
204 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Lillie May Carroll Jackson School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lillie May Carroll Jackson School is 0.08, 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
#1275 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
23%
Black
96%
33%
White
1%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
44%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lillie May Carroll Jackson School's ranking?
Lillie May Carroll Jackson School is ranked #1275 out of 1,347 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?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Lillie May Carroll Jackson School?
204 students attend Lillie May Carroll Jackson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Lillie May Carroll Jackson School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lillie May Carroll Jackson School?
Lillie May Carroll Jackson School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lillie May Carroll Jackson School offer ?
Lillie May Carroll Jackson School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lillie May Carroll Jackson School part of?
Lillie May Carroll Jackson School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Lillie May Carroll Jackson School located?
Lillie May Carroll Jackson School is located in the Clifton Park neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Clifton Park.
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