For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 7,125 students in Frederick, MD.
The top ranked public high schools in Frederick, MD are Linganore High School, Tuscarora High School and Frederick High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Frederick, MD public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in Frederick have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Frederick, MD public high school have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Maryland average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Linganore High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Frederick, MD (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Linganore High School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12013 Old Annapolis Rd
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 566-9700
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 566-9700
Grades: 9-12
| 1,572 students
Rank: #22.
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: #33.
Frederick High School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
650 Carroll Pky
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-7000
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-7000
Grades: 9-12
| 1,829 students
Rank: #44.
Governor Thomas Johnson High School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1501 N Market St
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-8200
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-8200
Grades: 9-12
| 1,962 students
Rank: #55.
Heather Ridge
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1445 Taney Ave
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-8000
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-8000
Grades: 7-12
| 45 students
Frederick, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Heather Ridge Middle School (Closed 2020)
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 high schools in Frederick, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in Frederick, MD include Linganore High School, Tuscarora High School and Frederick High School.
How many public high schools are located in Frederick?
5 public high schools are located in Frederick.
What is the racial composition of students in Frederick?
Frederick public high schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 67% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Frederick are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Frederick include: Frederick High School vs. Governor Thomas Johnson High School, Governor Thomas Johnson High School vs. Frederick High School, Tuscarora High School vs. Governor Thomas Johnson High School
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