For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 4,041 students in 21702, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21702, MD are Yellow Springs Elementary School, Monocacy Valley Montessori and Whittier Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21702 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21702, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21702, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Yellow Springs Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8717 Yellow Springs Rd
Frederick, MD 21702
(227) 203-1080
Frederick, MD 21702
(227) 203-1080
Gr: PK-5 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Monocacy Valley Montessori
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
64 Thomas Johnson Drive
Frederick, MD 21702
(227) 203-3860
Frederick, MD 21702
(227) 203-3860
Gr: PK-10 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Whittier Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2400 Whittier Dr
Frederick, MD 21702
(227) 203-1140
Frederick, MD 21702
(227) 203-1140
Gr: PK-5 | 779 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #44.
Monocacy Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7421 Hayward Rd
Frederick, MD 21702
(227) 203-1520
Frederick, MD 21702
(227) 203-1520
Gr: PK-5 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #55.
Waverley Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 Waverley Dr
Frederick, MD 21702
(227) 203-1160
Frederick, MD 21702
(227) 203-1160
Gr: PK-5 | 965 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #66.
Monocacy Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8009 Opossumtown Pike
Frederick, MD 21702
(227) 203-2350
Frederick, MD 21702
(227) 203-2350
Gr: 6-8 | 710 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #77.
Heather Ridge
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1445 Taney Ave
Frederick, MD 21702
(227) 203-3880
Frederick, MD 21702
(227) 203-3880
Gr: 6-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 21702, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21702, MD include Yellow Springs Elementary School, Monocacy Valley Montessori and Whittier Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21702?
7 public elementary schools are located in 21702.
What is the racial composition of students in 21702?
21702 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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