For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 57 students in 21702, MD.
The top ranked public high school in 21702, MD is Heather Ridge. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 21702 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21702, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21702 have a Graduation Rate of 50%, which is less than the Maryland average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Heather Ridge, with ≥50% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21702, MD Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Heather Ridge
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1445 Taney Ave
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-8000
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-8000
Grades: 6-12
| 57 students
Rank: n/an/a
Frederick County Career & Technology Center
Vocational School
7922 Opossumtown Pike
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-8500
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-8500
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
21702, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Heather Ridge Middle School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
1445 Taney Ave
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-8000
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-8000
Grades: 7-8
| 14 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 21702, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in 21702, MD include Heather Ridge.
How many public high schools are located in 21702?
2 public high schools are located in 21702.
What is the racial composition of students in 21702?
21702 public high schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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