Needs Improvement
#1313 of 1,363 schools in MD
Cedar Lane Special Center
School · Howard County Public Schools
11630 Scaggsville Rd, Fulton, MD 20759
Enrollment
132
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
132
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#1,313 of 1,363
In Fulton
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#76 of 76
Howard County Public Schools
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Cedar Lane Special Center
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About Cedar Lane Special Center
Cedar Lane Special Center is a public school in Fulton, MD, part of Howard County Public Schools. Cedar Lane Special Center serves approximately 132 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 4:1 student-teacher ratio. Cedar Lane Special Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,313 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Cedar Lane Special Center show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 7.9
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 132 students, Cedar Lane Special Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4:1 students to teachers, Cedar Lane Special Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
46% of students at Cedar Lane Special Center 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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Cedar Lane Special Center — Students at Cedar Lane Special Center score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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: 1.5/10.
How Cedar Lane Special Center Compares
See how Cedar Lane Special Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
11630 Scaggsville Rd, Fulton, MD 20759
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cedar Lane Special Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Pointers Run Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Clarksville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clarksville Middle (rated 9.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Clarksville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fulton Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fulton, see our Fulton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lime Kiln Middle Fulton | 0.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Reservoir High Fulton | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Fulton Elementary Fulton | 0.3 mi | 9.3 |
| KNOWLEDGE BEGINNINGS Laurel | 1.3 mi | — |
| Clarksville Middle Clarksville | 2.4 mi | 9.5 |
| Pointers Run Elementary Clarksville | 2.5 mi | 9.6 |
| Hammond Middle Laurel | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Hammond Elementary Laurel | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| MOUNTHAVEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbia | 2.8 mi | — |
| Atholton High Columbia | 2.9 mi | 7.5 |
| COLUMBIA ACADEMY Columbia | 2.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Burtonsville Elementary Burtonsville | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| CHILDWAY Burtonsville | 3.4 mi | — |
| Bond Mill Elementary Laurel | 3.4 mi | 4.9 |
| ECHELON ACADEMY Burtonsville | 3.5 mi | — |
| NORTHCREST MONTESSORI Clarksville | 3.7 mi | — |
| Hammond High Columbia | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Gorman Crossing Elementary Laurel | 3.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Clemens Crossing Elementary Columbia | 3.5 mi | 8.1 |
| ST LOUIS SCHOOL Clarksville | 3.8 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20759 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$888,200
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
6,758
College Educated
84.3%
Homeownership
95.5%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
0.2%
Median Age
39.3
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|---|---|
| C. Elizabeth Rieg Mitchellville, MD | 3.3 |
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| Marley Glen School Glen Burnie, MD | 2.8 |
| Central Special School Edgewater, MD | 2.5 |
| Maiden Choice School Baltimore, MD | 2.5 |
| Ruth Parker Eason School Millersville, MD | 2.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cedar Lane Special Center
What grades does Cedar Lane Special Center serve?
Cedar Lane Special Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Cedar Lane Special Center?
Cedar Lane Special Center has an enrollment of approximately 132 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cedar Lane Special Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Cedar Lane Special Center is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cedar Lane Special Center rank in MD?
Cedar Lane Special Center ranks #1,313 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Cedar Lane Special Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Cedar Lane Special Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Cedar Lane Special Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cedar Lane Special Center has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cedar Lane Special Center a charter school?
No, Cedar Lane Special Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cedar Lane Special Center a Title I school?
No, Cedar Lane Special Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cedar Lane Special Center?
43.2% of students at Cedar Lane Special Center 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
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 132
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.2%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Howard County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.5%
- Phone
- (410) 888-8800
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
Howard County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 57,633
- Schools in District
- 78
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,256
- District Rank
- #76 of 76
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