For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 29 students in the neighborhood of Heather Ridge, Frederick, MD.
The top-ranked public school in Heather Ridge is Heather Ridge. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Heather Ridge, Frederick, MD public school have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 45% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Heather Ridge, Frederick, MD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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
Gr: 6-12 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Heather Ridge, Frederick, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Heather Ridge, Frederick, MD include Heather Ridge.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Heather Ridge, Frederick?
1 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Heather Ridge, Frederick.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Heather Ridge, Frederick?
the neighborhood of Heather Ridge, Frederick public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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