For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 7,134 students in 21703, MD (there are 9 private schools, serving 969 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 21703, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21703, MD are Tuscarora High School, Ballenger Creek Elementary School and Tuscarora Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21703 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21703, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21703, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tuscarora High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5312 Ballenger Creek Pk
Frederick, MD 21703
(227) 203-3100
Frederick, MD 21703
(227) 203-3100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,735 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Ballenger Creek Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5250 Kingsbrook Dr
Frederick, MD 21703
(227) 203-1880
Frederick, MD 21703
(227) 203-1880
Gr: PK-5 | 715 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Tuscarora Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6321 Lambert Dr
Frederick, MD 21703
(227) 203-1260
Frederick, MD 21703
(227) 203-1260
Gr: PK-5 | 793 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Orchard Grove Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5898 Hannover Dr
Frederick, MD 21703
(227) 203-1400
Frederick, MD 21703
(227) 203-1400
Gr: PK-5 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #55.
Carroll Creek Montessori Public Charter
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7215 Corporate Court
Frederick, MD 21703
(227) 203-3820
Frederick, MD 21703
(227) 203-3820
Gr: PK-8 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #66.
Ballenger Creek Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5525 Ballenger Creek Pike
Frederick, MD 21703
(227) 203-2150
Frederick, MD 21703
(227) 203-2150
Gr: 6-8 | 777 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #77.
Butterfly Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
601 Contender Way
Frederick, MD 21703
(227) 203-1840
Frederick, MD 21703
(227) 203-1840
Gr: PK-5 | 607 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #88.
Crestwood Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7100 Foxcroft Dr
Frederick, MD 21703
(227) 203-2250
Frederick, MD 21703
(227) 203-2250
Gr: 6-8 | 996 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #99.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1285 Hillcrest Drive
Frederick, MD 21703
(227) 203-1660
Frederick, MD 21703
(227) 203-1660
Gr: PK-5 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21703, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21703, MD include Tuscarora High School, Ballenger Creek Elementary School and Tuscarora Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21703?
9 public schools are located in 21703.
What percentage of students in 21703 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 21703 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21703?
21703 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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