Original data is presented which examines some of the factors that contribute to the low number of African-American males receiving baccalaureate degrees in Maryland. The data represents findings which resulted from research by an appointed task force; a "Town Meeting" of students, parents, and other interested adults; consultation with persons who have expert knowledge of the subject; and a specially designed and administered survey of 955 students who are expected to graduate either in 1990 or in the 1992-93 school year from Baltimore City Public Schools (n=866) or Montgomery County Public Schools (n=89). The report is divided into two separate parts. Part 1 presents an overview of state data directly related to the issue of black male college enrollments. Part 2 examines cross cutting issues and school related factors, both elementary and secondary, which have a direct impact on college attendance of African-American males. Among the questions under investigation are: (1) do the current practices of academic tracking contribute to the low college enrollments? (2) what happens to a child prior to his entry into the formal schooling process? and (3) what happens to a child during the formal school years outside of school? Contains 30 references. (GLR)