For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 3,661 students in 21702, MD.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 21702 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21702, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best 21702, MD Public Elementary 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
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 elementary schools in 21702, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21702, MD include Yellow Springs Elementary School, Whittier Elementary School and Monocacy Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21702?
5 public elementary schools are located in 21702.
What is the racial composition of students in 21702?
21702 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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