Serving 793 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tuscarora 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 37% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 793 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tuscarora Elementary serves the southwest part of Frederick, MD, covering an area of approximately 22.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 6.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tuscarora Elementary School's student population of 793 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
793 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tuscarora 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 Tuscarora Elementary School is 0.77, which is more 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
#478 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
29%
24%
Black
28%
32%
White
23%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tuscarora Elementary School's ranking?
Tuscarora Elementary School is ranked #478 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Tuscarora Elementary School often compared to?
Tuscarora Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakdale Elementary School, Yellow Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Tuscarora Elementary School?
793 students attend Tuscarora Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Tuscarora Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tuscarora Elementary School?
Tuscarora Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tuscarora Elementary School offer ?
Tuscarora Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tuscarora Elementary School part of?
Tuscarora Elementary School is part of Frederick County School District.
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