Below Average
#1077 of 1,363 schools in MD
Center for Career & Technical Education
High School · Allegany County Public Schools
14211 Mcmullen Hwy Sw, Cresaptown, MD 21502
Enrollment
329
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
11th – 12th
Enrollment
329
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
11th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#1,077 of 1,363
In Cresaptown
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#22 of 22
Allegany County Public Schools
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Center for Career & Technical Education
High School in Cresaptown · grades 11th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Center for Career & Technical Education
Center for Career & Technical Education is a public high school in Cresaptown, MD, part of Allegany County Public Schools. Center for Career & Technical Education serves approximately 329 students, and covers grades 11th-12th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Center for Career & Technical Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,077 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Center for Career & Technical Education show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- MD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Center for Career & Technical Education 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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Center for Career & Technical Education — Students at Center for Career & Technical Education score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 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: 3.2/10.
How Center for Career & Technical Education Compares
See how Center for Career & Technical Education 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
14211 Mcmullen Hwy Sw, Cresaptown, MD 21502
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Center for Career & Technical Education may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Frankfort High School (rated 7.0/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Ridgeley), which scores notably higher. Another option is Allegany High (rated 6.2/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Cumberland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mountain Ridge High School (rated 5.6/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Frostburg), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cresaptown, see our Cresaptown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cresaptown | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Cresaptown Elementary Cresaptown | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Bel Air Elementary Cumberland | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Parkside Elementary Lavale | 3.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Wiley Ford Primary School Wiley Ford | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Frankfort High School Ridgeley | 3.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Allegany High Cumberland | 4.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Frankfort Middle School Ridgeley | 4.3 mi | 5.3 |
| John Humbird Elementary Cumberland | 3.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Cash Valley Elementary Lavale | 4.7 mi | 8.2 |
| BISHOP WALSH SCHOOL,K-12/DIOCESE Cumberland | 4.5 mi | 4.5 |
| West Side Elementary Cumberland | 4.4 mi | 6.8 |
| South Penn Elementary Cumberland | 4.4 mi | 5.0 |
| BEGINNINGS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cumberland | 4.7 mi | — |
| Braddock Middle Cumberland | 5.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Washington Middle Cumberland | 5.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Fort Hill High Cumberland | 5.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Mountain Ridge High School Frostburg | 5.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Northeast Elementary Cumberland | 6.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Fort Ashby Primary School Fort Ashby | 7.3 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21502 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,721
Median Home Value
$151,400
Median Rent
$771/mo
Population
41,810
College Educated
20.3%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
19.7 min
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Median Age
43.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Center for Career & Technical Education
What grades does Center for Career & Technical Education serve?
Center for Career & Technical Education serves students in grades 11th through 12th.
How many students attend Center for Career & Technical Education?
Center for Career & Technical Education has an enrollment of approximately 329 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Center for Career & Technical Education?
The student-teacher ratio at Center for Career & Technical Education is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Center for Career & Technical Education rank in MD?
Center for Career & Technical Education ranks #1,077 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Center for Career & Technical Education's MySchoolScout rating?
Center for Career & Technical Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Center for Career & Technical Education?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Center for Career & Technical Education has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Center for Career & Technical Education a charter school?
No, Center for Career & Technical Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Center for Career & Technical Education a Title I school?
No, Center for Career & Technical Education is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Center for Career & Technical Education?
62.3% of students at Center for Career & Technical Education qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 11th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 329
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.3%
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Allegany County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.6%
- Phone
- (301) 729-6486
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Allegany County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 8,205
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,290
- District Rank
- #22 of 22
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