Serving 40 students in grades 12, Post Secondary Program ranks in the top 10% 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 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20% in MD)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79%
- Science Proficiency: 40-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Post Secondary Program ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Post Secondary Program's student population of 40 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 300% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
40 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Post Secondary Program is 0.40, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-79%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
8%
33%
White
77%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(10-11)<50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Post Secondary Program?
The graduation rate of Post Secondary Program is 50%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 84%.
How many students attend Post Secondary Program?
40 students attend Post Secondary Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Post Secondary Program students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Post Secondary Program?
Post Secondary Program has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Post Secondary Program offer ?
Post Secondary Program offers enrollment in grades 12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Post Secondary Program part of?
Post Secondary Program is part of Carroll County Public Schools.
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