Serving 22 students in grades 1-12, Carroll Springs School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carroll Springs School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Carroll Springs School's student population of 22 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
22 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carroll Springs School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carroll Springs School is 0.43, 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
#359 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
18%
23%
Black
5%
33%
White
73%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carroll Springs School's ranking?
Carroll Springs School is ranked #359 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Carroll Springs School often compared to?
Carroll Springs Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Lane Special Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Carroll Springs School?
22 students attend Carroll Springs School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Carroll Springs School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carroll Springs School?
Carroll Springs School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carroll Springs School offer ?
Carroll Springs School offers enrollment in grades 1-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Carroll Springs School part of?
Carroll Springs School is part of Carroll County School District.
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