Serving 50 students in grades 6-12, Heather Ridge ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heather Ridge's student population of 50 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
50 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2021
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heather Ridge ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heather Ridge is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#990 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
27%
24%
Black
41%
32%
White
24%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heather Ridge's ranking?
Heather Ridge is ranked #990 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Heather Ridge often compared to?
Heather Ridgeis often viewed alongside schools like Brunswick High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heather Ridge?
The graduation rate of Heather Ridge is 50%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Heather Ridge?
50 students attend Heather Ridge.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Heather Ridge students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heather Ridge?
Heather Ridge has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heather Ridge offer ?
Heather Ridge offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Heather Ridge part of?
Heather Ridge is part of Frederick County School District.
In what neighborhood is Heather Ridge located?
Heather Ridge is located in the Heather Ridge neighborhood of Frederick, MD.
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