What You Should Know About the Maryland School Report Card

Understanding how your child’s school is doing just got easier. The Maryland School Report Card is a tool created to help families, educators, and communities get a clear picture of how each school is performing and where there's room to grow.

You can view your school's report card at MdReportCard.org.

What Is the School Report Card?

• The Report Card shows how a school is doing in key areas like:
• Academic achievement (test scores)
• Student growth over time
• Graduation rates (for high schools)
• Attendance and school climate
• English language progress (for multilingual learners)

Each school is given an overall score, a star rating (1 to 5 stars), and other detailed information to help families better understand school performance.

Why Does It Matter?

Not long ago, families had very little information about how schools were doing. Today, Maryland’s accountability system ensures that schools are held to the same standards statewide – and that every student’s progress counts.

The goal is to celebrate success, identify areas for improvement, and make sure all students get the support they need.

How Can I Use the Report Card?

You can use the Report Card to:

• See how your child’s school is performing overall and in specific areas
• Compare performance with other schools across the state
• Learn how different student groups (such as English learners or students with disabilities) are doing
• Ask school and district leaders about plans to improve

What Should I Ask My School?

When reviewing your school’s report, here are some good questions to ask:

• What are the school’s strengths and areas for growth?
• How is the school supporting students who may be struggling?
• What’s the plan to improve performance?
• How can I be involved in supporting the school?

For Educators and School Leaders

Educators can use the Report Card to:

• Identify where students are thriving and where support is needed
• Set improvement goals based on real data
• Celebrate progress with students and staff
• Share meaningful updates with families and community partners
  

For District Leaders and School Boards

The Report Card helps superintendents and school boards:

• Make smart decisions about where to invest resources
• Communicate clearly with families about school performance
• Support principals and teachers in improvement efforts
• Celebrate success and plan for long-term progress

For More Information

Visit MdReportCard.org to explore your school’s performance and get involved in shaping its future. You also view results from the annual PGCPS Climate & Culture Survey to see how students, families, and staff feel about their schools!

Have questions? Check out our Maryland Report Card webpage.