Allegany High

www.acpsmd.org/AL

719 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Allegany High School, located in Cumberland, Maryland, is a long-standing public institution that serves as a central pillar of the Allegany County Public Schools district. Often referred to by its nickname, "Alco," the school is known for its strong sense of tradition and community pride. It offers a comprehensive academic curriculum that prepares students for post-secondary success, supplemented by a wide variety of extracurricular activities, including robust athletic programs, performing arts, and various student-led clubs that foster a well-rounded educational experience.

Recently, the school has undergone a significant modernization, moving into a new, state-of-the-art facility designed to better meet the needs of 21st-century learners. This transition has allowed the school to integrate advanced technology into its classrooms while maintaining the academic rigor and historical spirit that have defined it for generations. By balancing its rich heritage with contemporary educational tools, Allegany High continues to prioritize student engagement, personal growth, and community involvement in the heart of Cumberland.

719

Total Students

45.0

Full-Time Teachers

16.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

50.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Allegany High
Demographic	Student Count
White	577
Hispanic	28
Black	37
Asian	14
Two or More	60
Pacific Islander	1

White
577 (80.5%)
Two or More
60 (8.4%)
Black
37 (5.2%)
Hispanic
28 (3.9%)
Asian
14 (2.0%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Allegany County Public Schools
Phone:	(301)777-8110
Website:	http://www.acpsmd.org/AL
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	719
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	45.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	360
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 209

Grade 10 200

Grade 11 155

Grade 12 155