Frederick High School

650 Carroll Pky
Frederick, MD 21701
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 1,659 students in grades 9-12, Frederick High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,659 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 76%
  • : 85% (Btm 50% in MD)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 42% (Top 20%)
  • : 64% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Frederick High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:

School Overview

Frederick High School's student population of 1,659 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,659 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
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School Rankings

Frederick High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frederick High School is 0.72, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MD)
#122 out of 1343 schools
(Top 10%)
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42%
20%
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64%
36%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
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American Indian
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Asian
6%
7%
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Hispanic
40%
21%
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Black
26%
33%
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White
24%
34%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
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0.72
This chart display the diversity score of Frederick High School and the public school average diversity score of Maryland by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
85%
87%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
38%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Frederick High School's ranking?
Frederick High School is ranked #122 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Frederick High School often compared to?
Frederick High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gov. Thomas Johnson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Frederick High School?
The graduation rate of Frederick High School is 85%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Frederick High School?
1,659 students attend Frederick High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Frederick High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 24% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frederick High School?
Frederick High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Frederick High School offer ?
Frederick High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Frederick High School part of?
Frederick High School is part of Frederick County Public Schools School District.

School Reviews

5   1/12/2022
Frederick High offers a variety of programs, services, and educational opportunities. The diverse population of the school offers a great educational opportunity.
- Posted by Parent - Stacy Freeman
2   5/19/2020
This school system is good.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Bobby Brain

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,659 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 76%
  • : 85% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 42% (Top 20%)
  • : 64% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

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