For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 989 students in 21702, MD.
The top ranked public middle schools in 21702, MD are 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 12% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 18%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (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 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21702, MD Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Monocacy Middle 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
| 932 students
Rank: #22.
Heather Ridge
Alternative 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: 6-12
| 57 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
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 Middle School and Heather Ridge.
How many public middle schools are located in 21702?
2 public middle schools are located in 21702.
What is the racial composition of students in 21702?
21702 public middle schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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