For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 989 students in 21702, MD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21702, MD are Monocacy Middle School and Heather Ridge. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 21702 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21702, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21702, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monocacy Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8009 Opossumtown Pike
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-4700
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-4700
Gr: 6-8 | 932 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
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
Gr: 6-12 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
21702, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Heather Ridge Middle School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
1445 Taney Ave
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-8000
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-8000
Gr: 7-8 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 21702, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21702, MD include Monocacy Middle School and Heather Ridge.
How many public middle schools are located in 21702?
2 public middle schools are located in 21702.
What is the racial composition of students in 21702?
21702 public middle schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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