For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,052 students in 21704, MD (there are 2 private schools, serving 159 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 21704, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21704, MD are Sugarloaf Elementary School, Centerville Elementary School and Urbana Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21704 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21704, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21704, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sugarloaf Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3400 Stone Barn Drive
Frederick, MD 21704
(227) 203-1320
Frederick, MD 21704
(227) 203-1320
Gr: K-5 | 845 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Centerville Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3601 Carriage Hill Dr
Frederick, MD 21704
(227) 203-1780
Frederick, MD 21704
(227) 203-1780
Gr: PK-5 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Urbana Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3554 Urbana Pike
Frederick, MD 21704
(227) 203-1220
Frederick, MD 21704
(227) 203-1220
Gr: PK-5 | 736 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21704, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21704, MD include Sugarloaf Elementary School, Centerville Elementary School and Urbana Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21704?
3 public schools are located in 21704.
What percentage of students in 21704 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 21704 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21704?
21704 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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