Serving 375 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Frederick Classical Charter ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frederick Classical Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Frederick Classical Charter's student population of 375 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Frederick Classical Charter ranks within the top 20% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frederick Classical Charter is 0.74, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#147 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
13%
22%
Black
34%
33%
White
35%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frederick Classical Charter's ranking?
Frederick Classical Charter is ranked #147 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Frederick Classical Charter often compared to?
Frederick Classical Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Monocacy Valley Montessori by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Frederick Classical Charter?
375 students attend Frederick Classical Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Frederick Classical Charter students are White, 34% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frederick Classical Charter?
Frederick Classical Charter has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Frederick Classical Charter offer ?
Frederick Classical Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Frederick Classical Charter part of?
Frederick Classical Charter is part of Frederick County School District.
In what neighborhood is Frederick Classical Charter located?
Frederick Classical Charter is located in the Riverside Corporate Park neighborhood of Frederick, MD.
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