Serving 660 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Frederick Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Frederick Elementary serves the southern part of Frederick, MD, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Most families reside within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Frederick Elementary School's student population of 660 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
660 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Frederick Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Frederick Elementary School is 0.74, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#424 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
30%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
20%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
35%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Be Ready. Be Responsible. Be Respectful. Be Resilient.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Frederick Elementary School's ranking?
North Frederick Elementary School is ranked #424 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are North Frederick Elementary School often compared to?
North Frederick Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Urbana Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend North Frederick Elementary School?
660 students attend North Frederick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of North Frederick Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Frederick Elementary School?
North Frederick Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Frederick Elementary School offer ?
North Frederick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Frederick Elementary School part of?
North Frederick Elementary School is part of Frederick County School District.
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