Calvert County Public Schools 2023-2024 Report Card Data and School Star Ratings Released by MSDE

The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) released the 2024 Report Card data, including star ratings for individual schools and other resource information, on December 3, 2024. The School Report Card provides a comprehensive overview of school performance across various metrics, such as Academic Achievement, Academic Progress for elementary and middle schools, School Quality and Student Success, Graduation Rates, and College and Career Readiness for high schools. Dr. Carey M. Wright, State Superintendent of Schools, shared, “Over the last five years, the Maryland School Report Card has shed light on the factors that drive school success and student achievement,” As we move forward, we will explore ways to incorporate credit for student growth on assessments. This will ensure our accountability system evaluates schools in clear, streamlined ways that educators, administrators, and families can easily understand.”

Key highlights for Calvert County Public Schools (CCPS) include:

1. Graduation Rates: The district continues to achieve high graduation rates for both the four-year and five-year cohorts, reflecting the effectiveness of the comprehensive support systems and student engagement initiatives. CCPS’ graduation is 7.7% higher than the current State average of 85.81%. The 2023 - 2024 four-year graduation rate for CCPS is 93.54%.


2. School Quality and Student Success: Improvements in school quality and student success indicators have been noted. The School Quality and Student Success indicator measures student performance based on regular attendance, positive perceptions, and participation in rigorous coursework.


3. Academic Excellence: CCPS students in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics continue to score significantly above state averages. This success is a testament to the district's focus on high-quality teaching and learning.

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“We are incredibly proud of the dedication and hard work demonstrated by our teachers, administrators, supervisors, and staff. Their commitment to preparing and delivering rigorous curriculum and assessing students' progress has been instrumental in achieving continual improvement. The insights gained from the Maryland Report Card are invaluable in guiding our efforts to meet the diverse needs of every student and to continue our journey towards academic excellence,” said Chief Academic Officer Jacquelyn Jacobs.

The 2024 Report Card data for Calvert County Public Schools (CCPS) reflects improvement across various areas. Overall, CCPS elementary schools showed progress in Academic Achievement, Progress in Achieving English Language Proficiency, and School Quality and Student Success. Middle schools demonstrated notable improvement in School Quality and Student Success, while high schools achieved advancements in both Academic Achievement and School Quality and Student Success. These results highlight the district's ongoing commitment to enhancing educational outcomes for all students.

“We are proud of the continued success and growth reflected in the 2024 Maryland Report Card data. These results are a testament to the unwavering dedication of our educators, the hard work of our students, and the strong support of our families and community. Together, we remain committed to fostering a culture of academic excellence and ensuring that every student in Calvert County Public Schools reaches their full potential,” said Superintendent Dr. Andraé Townsel.

CCPS encourages parents and guardians to contact their child’s school for a more comprehensive understanding of their child’s academic progress and ways to support their academic, social, and emotional growth. The Maryland Report Card website offers informational resources to help families, educators, and community members understand and analyze the school report cards. These tools include a user guide and one-page documents summarizing elementary, middle, and high school calculations. The School Report Card information for Calvert County Public Schools is available on the Maryland Report Card website at reportcard.msde.maryland.gov.