For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 5,851 students in 21701, MD.
The top-ranked public high schools in 21701, 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.
Public high schools in zipcode 21701 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21701, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21701 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, 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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21701, MD Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Linganore High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12013 Old Annapolis Rd
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 566-9700
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:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1799 Schifferstadt Blvd
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-8450
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-8450
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #33.
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
Gr: PK-9 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Frederick High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
650 Carroll Pky
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-7000
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-7000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,850 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #55.
Governor Thomas Johnson High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1501 N Market St
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-8200
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-8200
Gr: 9-12 | 2,031 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 21701, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 21701, MD include Linganore High School, Frederick County Virtual and Monocacy Valley Montessori.
How many public high schools are located in 21701?
5 public high schools are located in 21701.
What is the racial composition of students in 21701?
21701 public high schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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