Thurmont Primary serves 329 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thurmont Primary's student population of 329 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We All Work Together so that We Grow in Our Brain, Heart and Body Power
School Rankings
The diversity score of Thurmont Primary is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
2%
33%
White
83%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Frederick County Public Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Thurmont Primary often compared to?
Thurmont Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Catoctin High School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Thurmont Primary?
329 students attend Thurmont Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Thurmont Primary students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thurmont Primary?
Thurmont Primary has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thurmont Primary offer ?
Thurmont Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thurmont Primary part of?
Thurmont Primary is part of Frederick County Public Schools.
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