Claremont School, is a public separate middle/high school located in Orangeville, Baltimore, Maryland, United States. The school was founded in 1966 with the purpose of serving the needs of students with intellectual disabilities.
Serving 46 students in grades 6-12, Claremont 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 27%). 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 3:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Claremont School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Claremont School's student population of 46 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
46 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Rankings
Claremont School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Claremont School is 0.30, 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
#378 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
14:1
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
11%
24%
Black
83%
32%
White
2%
31%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.8%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
16%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claremont School's ranking?
Claremont School is ranked #378 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Claremont School?
The graduation rate of Claremont School is 50%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Claremont School?
46 students attend Claremont School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Claremont School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Claremont School?
Claremont School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Claremont School offer ?
Claremont School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Claremont School part of?
Claremont School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Claremont School located?
Claremont School is located in the Orangeville neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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