Serving 1,717 students in grades 9-12, Tuscarora High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,717 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tuscarora High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Tuscarora High School's student population of 1,717 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,717 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tuscarora High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tuscarora High School 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
#377 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
27%
22%
Black
24%
33%
White
36%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tuscarora High School's ranking?
Tuscarora High School is ranked #377 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Tuscarora High School often compared to?
Tuscarora High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Urbana High School, Governor Thomas Johnson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tuscarora High School?
The graduation rate of Tuscarora High School is 92%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Tuscarora High School?
1,717 students attend Tuscarora High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Tuscarora High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tuscarora High School?
Tuscarora High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tuscarora High School offer ?
Tuscarora High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Tuscarora High School part of?
Tuscarora High School is part of Frederick County School District.
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