Needs Improvement
#1286 of 1,363 schools in MD
Carver Vocational-technical High
High School · Baltimore City Public Schools
2201 Presstman Street, Baltimore, MD 21216
Enrollment
1,042
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
3.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,042
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
3.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#1,286 of 1,363
In Baltimore
#216 of 267
public schools
In district
#127 of 149
Baltimore City Public Schools
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About Carver Vocational-technical High
Carver Vocational-technical High is a public high school in Baltimore, MD, part of Baltimore City Public Schools. Carver Vocational-technical High serves approximately 1,042 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Carver Vocational-technical High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,286 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Carver Vocational-technical High show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- MD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
79% of students at Carver Vocational-technical High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Carver Vocational-technical High — Students at Carver Vocational-technical High score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.4/10.
How Carver Vocational-technical High Compares
See how Carver Vocational-technical High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2201 Presstman Street, Baltimore, MD 21216
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carver Vocational-technical High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bard High School Early College (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Augusta Fells Savage Institute of Visual Arts (rated 5.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Coppin Academy (rated 4.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21216 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,440
Median Home Value
$148,800
Median Rent
$1,160/mo
Population
27,296
College Educated
16.3%
Homeownership
46.9%
Avg Commute
33.7 min
Poverty Rate
24.5%
Median Age
36.7
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| Lansdowne High Baltimore, MD | 3.5 |
| Overlea High Baltimore, MD | 3.5 |
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| National Academy Foundation Baltimore, MD | 3.2 |
| Randallstown High Randallstown, MD | 3.7 |
| Patterson High Baltimore, MD | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carver Vocational-technical High
What grades does Carver Vocational-technical High serve?
Carver Vocational-technical High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Carver Vocational-technical High?
Carver Vocational-technical High has an enrollment of approximately 1,042 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carver Vocational-technical High?
The student-teacher ratio at Carver Vocational-technical High is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carver Vocational-technical High rank in MD?
Carver Vocational-technical High ranks #1,286 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Carver Vocational-technical High's MySchoolScout rating?
Carver Vocational-technical High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Carver Vocational-technical High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carver Vocational-technical High has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Carver Vocational-technical High a charter school?
No, Carver Vocational-technical High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carver Vocational-technical High a Title I school?
No, Carver Vocational-technical High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carver Vocational-technical High?
84.7% of students at Carver Vocational-technical High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,042
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.7%
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Baltimore city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 78.5%
- Phone
- (410) 396-0553
- 4-Year Graduation
- 72.0%
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District
Baltimore City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 75,811
- Schools in District
- 151
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,977
- District Rank
- #127 of 149
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