For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,850 students in 21703, MD (there are 9 private schools, serving 834 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 21703, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 21703, MD are Tuscarora High School, Ballenger Creek Elementary School and Orchard Grove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21703 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21703, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best 21703, MD Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tuscarora High School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5312 Ballenger Creek Pk
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 236-6400
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 236-6400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,717 students
Rank: #22.
Ballenger Creek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5250 Kingsbrook Dr
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 236-2500
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 236-2500
Grades: PK-5
| 678 students
Rank: #33.
Orchard Grove Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5898 Hannover Dr
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 236-2400
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 236-2400
Grades: PK-5
| 616 students
Rank: #44.
Tuscarora Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6321 Lambert Dr
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 566-0000
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 566-0000
Grades: PK-5
| 781 students
Rank: #55.
Ballenger Creek Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5525 Ballenger Creek Pike
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 236-5700
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 236-5700
Grades: 6-8
| 805 students
Rank: #66.
Carroll Creek Montessori Public Charter
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7215 Corporate Court
Frederick, MD 21703
(301) 663-7970
Frederick, MD 21703
(301) 663-7970
Grades: PK-8
| 314 students
Rank: #77.
Butterfly Ridge Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
601 Contender Way
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 566-0300
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 566-0300
Grades: PK-5
| 625 students
Rank: #88.
Crestwood Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7100 Foxcroft Dr
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 566-9000
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 566-9000
Grades: 6-8
| 739 students
Rank: #99.
Hillcrest Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1285 Hillcrest Drive
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 236-3200
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 236-3200
Grades: PK-5
| 575 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21703, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21703, MD include Tuscarora High School, Ballenger Creek Elementary School and Orchard Grove Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21703?
9 public schools are located in 21703.
What percentage of students in 21703 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 21703 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21703?
21703 public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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