Thurmont Primary serves 350 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Attendance Zone: Thurmont Primary serves the northern part of Thurmont, MD, covering an attendance zone of approximately 52.7 square miles. Most families in the area are typically within a 10-12 minute drive 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 Primary's student population of 350 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
350 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We All Work Together so that We Grow in Our Brain, Heart and Body Power
School Rankings
The diversity score of Thurmont Primary is 0.33, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
32%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-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 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-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 schools are Thurmont Primary often compared to?
Thurmont Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Catoctin High School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Thurmont Primary?
350 students attend Thurmont Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Thurmont Primary students are White, 12% 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 Primary?
Thurmont Primary has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thurmont Primary offer ?
Thurmont Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thurmont Primary part of?
Thurmont Primary is part of Frederick County School District.
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