Urbana High School is a secondary public school in Ijamsville, Maryland, United States. It serves grades 9-12 and is a part of the Frederick County Public Schools.
Serving 1,989 students in grades 9-12, Urbana High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,989 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Urbana High serves the southern part of its school district in Ijamsville, MD, covering an area of approximately 58.7 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Urbana High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Urbana High School's student population of 1,989 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,989 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Rankings
Urbana High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Urbana High School is 0.70, 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
#29 out of 1338 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
22%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Grey, Navy Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urbana High School's ranking?
Urbana High School is ranked #29 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Urbana High School often compared to?
Urbana High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakdale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Urbana High School?
The graduation rate of Urbana High School is 98%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 85.8%.
How many students attend Urbana High School?
1,989 students attend Urbana High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Urbana High School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Urbana High School?
Urbana High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Urbana High School offer ?
Urbana High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Urbana High School part of?
Urbana High School is part of Frederick County School District.
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