Serving 283 students in grades 3-5, Thurmont Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Thurmont Elementary serves the northern part of its district in Thurmont, MD, covering an area of approximately 52.7 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive time of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thurmont Elementary School's student population of 283 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
283 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every child can learn, and every child will learn.
School Rankings
Thurmont 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 Thurmont Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#601 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
32%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thurmont Elementary School's ranking?
Thurmont Elementary School is ranked #601 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Thurmont Elementary School?
283 students attend Thurmont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Thurmont Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thurmont Elementary School?
Thurmont Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thurmont Elementary School offer ?
Thurmont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thurmont Elementary School part of?
Thurmont Elementary School is part of Frederick County School District.
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