Central Special School
142 Students
Other Pre-K - 12th
School Overview
Central Special School, located in Edgewater, Maryland, is a specialized educational facility serving students with significant disabilities within the Anne Arundel County Public School system. The school is dedicated to providing a highly individualized learning environment for students whose unique needs require more intensive support than is typically available in a general education setting. By focusing on life skills, functional academics, and personal development, the school strives to prepare its students for greater independence and meaningful community participation.
The atmosphere at Central Special is defined by a multidisciplinary approach, where educators, therapists, and support staff work collaboratively to address the cognitive, social, and physical needs of each child. The curriculum is adapted to meet students exactly where they are, utilizing specialized instruction and assistive technologies to help them reach their personal milestones. Ultimately, the school serves as a supportive, compassionate hub that prioritizes the dignity and potential of every student, fostering a sense of belonging and achievement within the local Edgewater community.
The atmosphere at Central Special is defined by a multidisciplinary approach, where educators, therapists, and support staff work collaboratively to address the cognitive, social, and physical needs of each child. The curriculum is adapted to meet students exactly where they are, utilizing specialized instruction and assistive technologies to help them reach their personal milestones. Ultimately, the school serves as a supportive, compassionate hub that prioritizes the dignity and potential of every student, fostering a sense of belonging and achievement within the local Edgewater community.
142
Total Students
22.1
Full-Time Teachers
6.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
38.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 68 |
| Hispanic | 28 |
| Black | 28 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Two or More | 10 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White68 (47.9 %)
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Hispanic28 (19.7 %)
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Black28 (19.7 %)
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Two or More10 (7.0 %)
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Asian7 (4.9 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.7 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Special Education School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Anne Arundel County Public Schools |
| Phone: | (410)956-5885 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 142 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 22.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 6.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 50 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 5 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
50
Kindergarten
11
Grade 1
5
Grade 2
6
Grade 3
8
Grade 4
3
Grade 5
4
Grade 6
12
Grade 7
8
Grade 8
5
Grade 9
5
Grade 10
3
Grade 11
16
Grade 12
6
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 50 |
| Kindergarten | 11 |
| Grade 1 | 5 |
| Grade 2 | 6 |
| Grade 3 | 8 |
| Grade 4 | 3 |
| Grade 5 | 4 |
| Grade 6 | 12 |
| Grade 7 | 8 |
| Grade 8 | 5 |
| Grade 9 | 5 |
| Grade 10 | 3 |
| Grade 11 | 16 |
| Grade 12 | 6 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 48 | 33.8% |
| Male | 94 | 66.2% |
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