For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,146 students in 21702, MD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21702, MD are Monocacy Valley Montessori, Monocacy Middle School and Heather Ridge. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 21702 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21702, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 72% (majority Black).
Best 21702, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monocacy Valley Montessori
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
64 Thomas Johnson Drive
Frederick, MD 21702
(227) 203-3860
Frederick, MD 21702
(227) 203-3860
Gr: PK-10 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Monocacy Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8009 Opossumtown Pike
Frederick, MD 21702
(227) 203-2350
Frederick, MD 21702
(227) 203-2350
Gr: 6-8 | 710 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Heather Ridge
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1445 Taney Ave
Frederick, MD 21702
(227) 203-3880
Frederick, MD 21702
(227) 203-3880
Gr: 6-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 21702, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21702, MD include Monocacy Valley Montessori, Monocacy Middle School and Heather Ridge.
How many public middle schools are located in 21702?
3 public middle schools are located in 21702.
What is the racial composition of students in 21702?
21702 public middle schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 72% (majority Black).
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