For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,013 students in 21704, MD (there are 2 private schools, serving 207 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 21704, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 21704, MD are Sugarloaf Elementary School, Urbana Elementary School and Centerville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21704 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21704, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21704, MD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sugarloaf Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3400 Stone Barn Drive
Frederick, MD 21704
(240) 566-0500
Frederick, MD 21704
(240) 566-0500
Grades: K-5
| 842 students
Rank: #22.
Urbana Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3554 Urbana Pike
Frederick, MD 21704
(240) 236-2200
Frederick, MD 21704
(240) 236-2200
Grades: PK-5
| 703 students
Rank: #33.
Centerville Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3601 Carriage Hill Dr
Frederick, MD 21704
(240) 566-0100
Frederick, MD 21704
(240) 566-0100
Grades: PK-5
| 468 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21704, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21704, MD include Sugarloaf Elementary School, Urbana Elementary School and Centerville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21704?
3 public schools are located in 21704.
What percentage of students in 21704 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 21704 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21704?
21704 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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