Serving 38 students in grades 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 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher 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 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Washington County Job Development Center's student population of 38 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
38 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington County Job Development Center is 0.66, 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)
≥80%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
13%
24%
Black
26%
32%
White
50%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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 86%.
How many students attend Washington County Job Development Center?
38 students attend Washington County Job Development Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Washington County Job Development Center students are White, 26% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 11% 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 6:1, 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 12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washington County Job Development Center part of?
Washington County Job Development Center is part of Washington County School District.
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