Walkersville High School is a four-year public high school in Walkersville, Frederick County, Maryland, United States. The school's colors are blue and gold and athletic teams are known as the "Lions."
Serving 1,181 students in grades 9-12, Walkersville High School ranks in the top 30% 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 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,181 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walkersville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Walkersville High School's student population of 1,181 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,181 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
1976
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
49.97 acres (202,200 m2)
School Motto
Quality Teaching is Our Task – Excellence for All is Our Goal
School Rankings
Walkersville High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walkersville High School is 0.62, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#298 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
18%
24%
Black
16%
32%
White
57%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Frederick County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walkersville High School's ranking?
Walkersville High School is ranked #298 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Walkersville High School often compared to?
Walkersville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frederick High School, Governor Thomas Johnson High 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 27% MD state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walkersville High School?
The graduation rate of Walkersville High School is 94%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Walkersville High School?
1,181 students attend Walkersville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Walkersville High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walkersville High School?
Walkersville High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walkersville High School offer ?
Walkersville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walkersville High School part of?
Walkersville High School is part of Frederick County School District.
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