For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,706 students in 21702, MD (there are , serving 818 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 21702, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 21702, MD are Yellow Springs Elementary School, Whittier Elementary School and Monocacy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21702 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21702, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best 21702, MD Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Yellow Springs Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8717 Yellow Springs Rd
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-1700
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-1700
Grades: PK-5
| 588 students
Rank: #22.
Whittier Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2400 Whittier Dr
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-3100
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-3100
Grades: PK-5
| 735 students
Rank: #33.
Monocacy Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7421 Hayward Rd
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-1400
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-1400
Grades: PK-5
| 568 students
Rank: #44.
Monocacy Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8009 Opossumtown Pike
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-4700
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-4700
Grades: 6-8
| 926 students
Rank: #55.
Waverley Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 Waverley Dr
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-3900
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-3900
Grades: PK-5
| 844 students
Rank: #66.
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
Rank: n/an/a
Frederick County Career & Technology Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
7922 Opossumtown Pike
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-8500
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-8500
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
21702, 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
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21702, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21702, MD include Yellow Springs Elementary School, Whittier Elementary School and Monocacy Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21702?
7 public schools are located in 21702.
What percentage of students in 21702 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 21702 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21702?
21702 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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