Serving 652 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Frederick Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Frederick Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
North Frederick Elementary School's student population of 652 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
652 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Frederick Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Frederick Elementary School is 0.74, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#407 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
28%
23%
Black
19%
33%
White
38%
32%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Frederick Elementary School's ranking?
North Frederick Elementary School is ranked #407 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are North Frederick Elementary School often compared to?
North Frederick Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Urbana Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend North Frederick Elementary School?
652 students attend North Frederick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of North Frederick Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Frederick Elementary School?
North Frederick Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Frederick Elementary School offer ?
North Frederick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Frederick Elementary School part of?
North Frederick Elementary School is part of Frederick County School District.
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