ALTERNATIVE PROGRAMS

Alternative Programs is a public high school that is part of the Montgomery County Public Schools school district, located in Rockville, MD with about 115 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade.

The Alternative Programs department, located at 14501 Avery Road in Rockville, Maryland, functions as a specialized division within Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS). Its primary mission is to provide structured, supportive educational environments for students who may struggle in a traditional classroom setting. These programs are designed to address the unique academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of students, offering them a pathway to success through smaller class sizes, individualized instruction, and enhanced access to support services.

The programs administered through this office emphasize re-engagement and credit recovery, helping students maintain academic progress while navigating personal or behavioral challenges. By providing a safe and focused learning environment, the department works to ensure that all students remain on track for graduation. The initiative reflects MCPS’s commitment to equity, aiming to provide flexible educational alternatives that empower students to overcome obstacles and achieve their full potential within the school system.

For more information, contact Alternative Programs at (301) 279-4920 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

14501 Avery Road
Rockville, MD 20853
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ALTERNATIVE PROGRAMS is a public school in Rockville, MD with about 115 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Maryland

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
(Alternative Education School)
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
115
Teachers:
0
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 115 students

Black or African American
53.0%
Hispanic/Latino
39.1%
White
2.6%
Two or more races
2.6%
Asian
1.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.9%

Female
32.2%
Male
67.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.