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Best Frederick Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public high schools serving 7,627 students in Frederick, MD.
The top-ranked public high schools in Frederick, MD are Linganore High School, Frederick County Virtual and Monocacy Valley Montessori. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Frederick, MD public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in Frederick have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Frederick, MD public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Linganore High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).

Best Public High Schools in Frederick, MD (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Linganore High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
12013 Old Annapolis Rd
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 566-9700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,620 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Frederick County Virtual
Alternative School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-79% )
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1799 Schifferstadt Blvd
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-8450
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #33.
Monocacy Valley Montessori
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
217 Dill Avenue
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-6100
Gr: PK-9 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Tuscarora High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5312 Ballenger Creek Pk
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 236-6400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,719 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #55.
Frederick High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
650 Carroll Pky
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-7000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,850 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #66.
Governor Thomas Johnson High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1501 N Market St
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-8200
Gr: 9-12 | 2,031 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #77.
Heather Ridge
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1445 Taney Ave
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-8000
Gr: 6-12 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: n/an/a
Frederick County Career & Technology Center
Vocational School
7922 Opossumtown Pike
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-8500
Gr: 9-12
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Frederick, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1445 Taney Ave
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-8000
Gr: 7-8 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 71%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Frederick, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in Frederick, MD include Linganore High School, Frederick County Virtual and Monocacy Valley Montessori.
How many public high schools are located in Frederick?
8 public high schools are located in Frederick.
What is the racial composition of students in Frederick?
Frederick public high schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Frederick are often viewed compared to one another?

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