Best Schools in Frostburg, Maryland
4 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Frostburg by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Beall Elementary
Elementary · Allegany County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Frost Elementary
Elementary · Allegany County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Route 40 Elementary
Elementary · Garrett County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Frostburg for 2026 are Beall Elementary (7.7/10), Frost Elementary (6.5/10), and Route 40 Elementary (4.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$175,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$175,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Frostburg
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 rated schools; 4 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beall Elementary | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Frost Elementary | 6.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Route 40 Elementary | 4.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Mountain Ridge High School | 4.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $60,158
- Median home value
- $175,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 66%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Frostburg compares
Maryland rank
#117 of 141
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.6
below Maryland avg (6.3)
Median household income
$60k
54% of Maryland median
Schools in this city
4
Allegany County Public Schools runs 75% of Frostburg's public schools
Frostburg touches 2 districts, but Allegany County Public Schools is the one most addresses actually attend.
Allegany County Public Schools accounts for 3 of 4 public schools (75%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 4 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.1 to 7.7 — the spread is inside Frostburg, not a citywide average.
- Allegany County Public Schools3 public · 75%
- Garrett County Public Schools1 public · 25%
About Schools in Frostburg, Maryland
Frostburg, Maryland is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Frostburg show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Frostburg is Beall Elementary with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Frostburg is served by 2 school districts: Allegany County Public Schools, Garrett County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 11,660 students.
Frostburg's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $60,158. The poverty rate in the area is 17.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 413 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
| 2 | 239 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.5 |
| 3 | 118 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 734 students · 9th–12th | 4.1 |
Schools in Frostburg
Frostburg, Maryland · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$60,158
Median Home Value
$175,600
Median Rent
$839/mo
Population
13,123
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Community Profile
Frostburg has a median household income of $60,158. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $175,600, with a median rent of $839/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.8%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maryland
- Elementary
- 3
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Frostburg, Maryland
How many schools are in Frostburg, Maryland?
Frostburg has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Frostburg, Maryland?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Frostburg is 5.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Frostburg, Maryland?
The top-ranked school in Frostburg on MySchoolScout is Beall Elementary with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Frostburg, Maryland?
The top-ranked elementary school in Frostburg on MySchoolScout is Beall Elementary with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best high school in Frostburg, Maryland?
The top-ranked high school in Frostburg on MySchoolScout is Mountain Ridge High School with a composite score of 4.1/10.
How many school districts serve Frostburg, Maryland?
Frostburg is served by 2 school districts: Allegany County Public Schools, Garrett County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Frostburg, Maryland?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Frostburg have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Frostburg, Maryland?
The median household income in Frostburg is approximately $60,158 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Frostburg, Maryland?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Frostburg is 16.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Frostburg, Maryland?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Maryland Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.