Serving 37 students in grades 11-12, Washington County Job Development Center 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 5:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- 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
Washington County Job Development Center 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
Washington County Job Development Center's student population of 37 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
37 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington County Job Development Center 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 Washington County Job Development Center is 0.50, 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
#151 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
5:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
19%
33%
White
68%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
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 Washington County Job Development Center's ranking?
Washington County Job Development Center is ranked #151 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 Washington County Job Development Center?
The graduation rate of Washington County Job Development Center is 50%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Washington County Job Development Center?
37 students attend Washington County Job Development Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Washington County Job Development Center students are White, 19% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington County Job Development Center?
Washington County Job Development Center has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington County Job Development Center offer ?
Washington County Job Development Center offers enrollment in grades 11-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington County Job Development Center part of?
Washington County Job Development Center is part of Washington County Public Schools School District.
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