For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,347 students in 21702, MD (there are 5 private schools, serving 801 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 21702, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 21702, MD are Heather Ridge, Yellow Springs Elementary School and Whittier Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21702 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Maryland public school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 36% statewide average). Schools in 21702, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 21702, MD Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Heather Ridge
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1445 Taney Ave
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-8000
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-8000
Grades: 7-12
| 29 students
Rank: #22.
Yellow Springs Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8717 Yellow Springs Rd
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-1700
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-1700
Grades: PK-5
| 560 students
Rank: #33.
Whittier Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2400 Whittier Dr
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-3100
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-3100
Grades: PK-5
| 726 students
Rank: #44.
Monocacy Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7421 Hayward Rd
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-1400
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-1400
Grades: PK-5
| 539 students
Rank: #55.
Monocacy Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8009 Opossumtown Pike
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-4700
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-4700
Grades: 6-8
| 951 students
Rank: #66.
Waverley Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
201 Waverley Dr
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-3900
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-3900
Grades: PK-5
| 542 students
Rank: n/an/a
Frederick County Career & Technology Center
Vocational School
7922 Opossumtown Pike
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-8500
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-8500
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
21702, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Heather Ridge Middle School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
1445 Taney Ave
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-8000
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-8000
Grades: 7-8
| 14 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21702, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21702, MD include Heather Ridge, Yellow Springs Elementary School and Whittier Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21702, MD?
7 public schools are located in 21702, MD.
What percentage of students in 21702, MD go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 21702, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21702, MD?
21702, MD public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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