Best 21701 Maryland Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 5,534 students in 21701, MD.
The top-ranked public high schools in 21701, MD are Linganore High School, Frederick County Virtual and Frederick High School. 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 53% (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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 69% (majority Black).

Best 21701, MD Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Linganore High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
12013 Old Annapolis Rd
Frederick, MD 21701
(227) 203-3500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,647 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Frederick County Virtual
Alternative School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-79% )
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1799 Schifferstadt Blvd
Frederick, MD 21701
(227) 203-3780
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #33.
Frederick High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
650 Carroll Pky
Frederick, MD 21701
(227) 203-3300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,821 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #44.
Governor Thomas Johnson High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1501 N Market St
Frederick, MD 21701
(227) 203-3450
Gr: 9-12 | 2,066 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 74%

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 Frederick High School.
How many public high schools are located in 21701?
4 public high schools are located in 21701.
What is the racial composition of students in 21701?
21701 public high schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 69% (majority Black).

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