Tuscarora High School is a secondary school located at 5312 Ballenger Creek Pike just south of the corporate boundaries of Frederick, Maryland, United States.
Serving 1,735 students in grades 9-12, Tuscarora High School ranks in the top 30% 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 35% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,735 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Tuscarora High serves the southern part of Frederick, MD, covering an area of approximately 57.8 square miles. Most students live about 4.3 miles from the school, with typical drive times of 10 to 12 minutes, while the furthest edge of the attendance zone is 10.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tuscarora High School's student population of 1,735 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,735 students
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Year Founded
2003
Colors
Black, Green, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tuscarora High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tuscarora High School is 0.75, 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
#387 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
30%
24%
Black
25%
32%
White
31%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Titan
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tuscarora High School's ranking?
Tuscarora High School is ranked #387 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Tuscarora High School often compared to?
Tuscarora High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Urbana High School, Governor Thomas Johnson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tuscarora High School?
The graduation rate of Tuscarora High School is 93%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Tuscarora High School?
1,735 students attend Tuscarora High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Tuscarora High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tuscarora High School?
Tuscarora High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tuscarora High School offer ?
Tuscarora High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tuscarora High School part of?
Tuscarora High School is part of Frederick County School District.
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