For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 727 students in 21701, MD.
The top ranked public charter schools in 21701, MD are Frederick Classical Charter and Monocacy Valley Montessori. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 21701 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Maryland public charter school average of 17%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 36% statewide average). Charter schools in 21701, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Maryland public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public charter school average of 88% (majority Black).
Best 21701, MD Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Frederick Classical Charter
Charter School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8445 Spires Way Suite Cc
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-1200
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-1200
Grades: K-8
| 377 students
Rank: #22.
Monocacy Valley Montessori
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
217 Dill Avenue
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-6100
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-6100
Grades: PK-9
| 350 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 21701, MD?
The top ranked public charter schools in 21701, MD include Frederick Classical Charter and Monocacy Valley Montessori.
How many public charter schools are located in 21701?
2 public charter schools are located in 21701.
What is the racial composition of students in 21701?
21701 public charter schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public charter schools average of 88% (majority Black).
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