Serving 300 students in grades 11-12, Center For Career & Technical Education 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Center For Career & Technical Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Center For Career & Technical Education's student population of 300 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
300 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 17, 2026
School Rankings
Center For Career & Technical Education ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Center For Career & Technical Education is 0.17, 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
#936 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
24%
Black
2%
32%
White
91%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Allegany County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Center For Career & Technical Education's ranking?
Center For Career & Technical Education is ranked #936 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Center For Career & Technical Education often compared to?
Center For Career & Technical Educationis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Center For Career & Technical Education?
The graduation rate of Center For Career & Technical Education is 85-89%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Center For Career & Technical Education?
300 students attend Center For Career & Technical Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Center For Career & Technical Education students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Center For Career & Technical Education?
Center For Career & Technical Education has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Center For Career & Technical Education offer ?
Center For Career & Technical Education offers enrollment in grades 11-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Center For Career & Technical Education part of?
Center For Career & Technical Education is part of Allegany County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I think that for students who are sure of what they want to do as an adult, this school is a way to get them on an early track. It gives you all your academic needs along with a trade in your choice. Great instructors, great way for different schools to mingle together and a great way to get excited over graduation.
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