For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,090 students in 21703, MD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21703, MD are Carroll Creek Montessori Public Charter, Ballenger Creek Middle School and Crestwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 21703 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21703, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 72% (majority Black).
Best 21703, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carroll Creek Montessori Public Charter
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7215 Corporate Court
Frederick, MD 21703
(227) 203-3820
Frederick, MD 21703
(227) 203-3820
Gr: PK-8 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Ballenger Creek Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5525 Ballenger Creek Pike
Frederick, MD 21703
(227) 203-2150
Frederick, MD 21703
(227) 203-2150
Gr: 6-8 | 777 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Crestwood Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7100 Foxcroft Dr
Frederick, MD 21703
(227) 203-2250
Frederick, MD 21703
(227) 203-2250
Gr: 6-8 | 996 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 21703, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21703, MD include Carroll Creek Montessori Public Charter, Ballenger Creek Middle School and Crestwood Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21703?
3 public middle schools are located in 21703.
What is the racial composition of students in 21703?
21703 public middle schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 72% (majority Black).
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