For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 2,068 students in 21701, MD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21701, MD are Frederick Classical Charter, Monocacy Valley Montessori and Governor Thomas Johnson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 21701 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21701, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21701, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: K-8 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
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
Gr: PK-9 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Governor Thomas Johnson Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1799 Schifferstadt Blvd
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-4900
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-4900
Gr: 6-8 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
West Frederick Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
515 W Patrick St
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-4000
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-4000
Gr: 6-8 | 770 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 21701, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21701, MD include Frederick Classical Charter, Monocacy Valley Montessori and Governor Thomas Johnson Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21701?
4 public middle schools are located in 21701.
What is the racial composition of students in 21701?
21701 public middle schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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