Frederick County Virtual 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 60-79% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Inquire with school
- Math Proficiency: 60-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students (14-15)
16 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)60-79%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)60-79%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(14-15)n/a
n/a
Asian
(14-15)n/a
7%
Hispanic
(14-15)6%
15%
Black
(14-15)6%
34%
White
(14-15)88%
40%
Hawaiian
(14-15)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(14-15)n/a
4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Frederick County Virtual often compared to?
Frederick County Virtualis often viewed alongside schools like Gateway School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% MD state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Frederick County Virtual?
16 students attend Frederick County Virtual.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Frederick County Virtual students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What school district is Frederick County Virtual part of?
Frederick County Virtual is part of Frederick County School District.
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