CROSSROADS CENTER

Crossroads Center is a Title I public high school that is part of the Baltimore County Public Schools school district, located in Baltimore, MD with about 181 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 25 teachers, Crossroads Center has a student/teacher ratio of about 7:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Crossroads Center, located in Middle River, Baltimore County, is an alternative education facility operated by Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). It serves students from across the district who have been removed from their traditional home schools due to disciplinary infractions or behavioral challenges. The center is designed to provide a structured, intensive learning environment where students can continue their academic progress while receiving targeted support to address the specific behaviors that led to their placement.

The school’s curriculum is aligned with the standard BCPS requirements, ensuring that students remain on track for graduation despite their transition. Beyond core academics, Crossroads Center places a heavy emphasis on character development, social-emotional learning, and restorative practices. By providing smaller class sizes and specialized counseling services, the school aims to help students gain the necessary tools and maturity to successfully reintegrate back into their home schools or move forward into post-secondary opportunities.

For more information, contact Crossroads Center at (410) 887-0270 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.