- Oakdale Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 1,167 students
- Waverley Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 965 students
- Green Valley Elementary — Grades K–5 · 850 students
- Sugarloaf Elementary — Grades K–5 · 845 students
- Brunswick Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 804 students
- Tuscarora Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 793 students
- Whittier Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 779 students
- Urbana Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 736 students
- Ballenger Creek Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 715 students
- Twin Ridge Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 703 students
- Walkersville Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 692 students
- Blue Heron Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 680 students
- North Frederick Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 660 students
- Yellow Springs Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 628 students
- Lincoln Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 615 students
- Orchard Grove Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 613 students
- Butterfly Ridge Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 607 students
- Spring Ridge Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 605 students
- Hillcrest Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 581 students
- New Market Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 571 students
- Glade Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 561 students
- Carroll Manor Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 530 students
- Deer Crossing Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 528 students
- Valley Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 525 students
- Monocacy Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 523 students
- + 13 more elementary schools
- Urbana Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,090 students
- Oakdale Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,085 students
- Crestwood Middle — Grades 6–8 · 996 students
- West Frederick Middle — Grades 6–8 · 820 students
- Windsor Knolls Middle — Grades 6–8 · 812 students
- Middletown Middle — Grades 6–8 · 784 students
- Walkersville Middle — Grades 6–8 · 779 students
- Ballenger Creek Middle — Grades 6–8 · 777 students
- Monocacy Middle — Grades 6–8 · 710 students
- New Market Middle — Grades 6–8 · 676 students
- Brunswick Middle — Grades 6–8 · 638 students
- Gov. Thomas Johnson Middle — Grades 6–8 · 573 students
- Thurmont Middle — Grades 6–8 · 507 students
- Gov. Thomas Johnson High — Grades 9–12 · 2,066 students
- Urbana High — Grades 9–12 · 1,989 students
- Frederick High — Grades 9–12 · 1,821 students
- Tuscarora High — Grades 9–12 · 1,735 students
- Oakdale High — Grades 9–12 · 1,702 students
- Linganore High — Grades 9–12 · 1,647 students
- Walkersville High — Grades 9–12 · 1,181 students
- Middletown High — Grades 9–12 · 1,059 students
- Brunswick High — Grades 9–12 · 910 students
- Catoctin High — Grades 9–12 · 823 students
- Monocacy Valley Montessori — Grades PK–10 · 386 students
- Frederick Classical Charter — Grades K–8 · 376 students
- Carroll Creek Montessori Public Charter — Grades PK–8 · 317 students
- Sabillasville Environmental School — Grades K–8 · 196 students
- Rock Creek — Grades PK–12 · 73 students
- Heather Ridge — Grades 6–12 · 50 students
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| Metric | Frederick County Public Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 68 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $17,400/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Frederick County Public Schools
Families searching for schools in Frederick, Maryland (ZIP 21702) are zoned to Frederick County Public Schools. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of Maryland districts on the data NCES reports. The district covers Pre-K – 12th. Use the district statistics and boundary map above to confirm the area, then verify your exact school assignment with the district before making a housing decision.
Funding and Resources
Frederick County Public Schools reports per-pupil expenditure of approximately $17,400 per year, placing it near the Maryland state average of approximately $16,500 and above the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Above-average spending generally translates to more instructional resources per student, stronger program variety at the middle and high school levels, and better-maintained facilities. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
With multiple schools, Frederick County Public Schools operates as a district of unknown size serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Contact Frederick County Public Schools to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
Frederick County Public Schools has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 6/10, placing it in the average tier. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Frederick County Public Schools falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 21702
Children in zip code 21702 are assigned to Frederick County Public Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 21702, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Frederick County Public Schools at (301)644-5000 or visit www.fcps.org. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Maryland districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Frederick
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Frederick County Public Schools serves zip code 21702, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 21702 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Maryland, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Frederick County Public Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 21702.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Frederick County Public Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 21702 data.