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#847 of 1,363 schools in MD
Mountain Ridge High School
High School · Allegany County Public Schools
100 Dr. Nancy S. Grasmick, Frostburg, MD 21532
Enrollment
734
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
734
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#847 of 1,363
In Frostburg
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#19 of 22
Allegany County Public Schools
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Mountain Ridge High School
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About Mountain Ridge High School
Mountain Ridge High School is a public high school in Frostburg, MD, part of Allegany County Public Schools. Mountain Ridge High School serves approximately 734 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain Ridge High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #847 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Mountain Ridge High School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- MD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Mountain Ridge High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Mountain Ridge High School — Students at Mountain Ridge High School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.8/10.
How Mountain Ridge High School Compares
See how Mountain Ridge High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
100 Dr. Nancy S. Grasmick, Frostburg, MD 21532
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountain Ridge High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Allegany High (rated 6.2/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Cumberland), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Center for Career & Technical Education (rated 4.7/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Cresaptown), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Frostburg, see our Frostburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Beall Elementary Frostburg | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Frost Elementary Frostburg | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Mount Savage Middle Mount Savage | 3.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Mt. Savage Elementary Mt. Savage | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Parkside Elementary Lavale | 4.6 mi | 9.0 |
| George's Creek Elementary Lonaconing | 5.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Bel Air Elementary Cumberland | 5.9 mi | 7.1 |
| OAKGROVE AMISH PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Meyersdale | 6.4 mi | — |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cresaptown | 5.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Cash Valley Elementary Lavale | 5.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Center for Career & Technical Education Cresaptown | 5.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Cresaptown Elementary Cresaptown | 6.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Route 40 Elementary Frostburg | 5.7 mi | 5.5 |
| GREENVILLE SCHOOL Meyersdale | 7.5 mi | — |
| Westmar Middle Lonaconing | 7.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Allegany High Cumberland | 6.3 mi | 6.2 |
| BISHOP WALSH SCHOOL,K-12/DIOCESE Cumberland | 6.6 mi | 4.5 |
| West Side Elementary Cumberland | 7.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Braddock Middle Cumberland | 7.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Wiley Ford Primary School Wiley Ford | 7.9 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21532 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,158
Median Home Value
$175,600
Median Rent
$839/mo
Population
13,123
College Educated
32.5%
Homeownership
66.1%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
32.6
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| ST MARY S RYKEN HIGH SCHOOL Leonardtown, MD | 5.5 |
| Francis Scott Key High Union Bridge, MD | 5.7 |
| MOUNT DE SALES ACADEMY Baltimore, MD | 5.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountain Ridge High School
What grades does Mountain Ridge High School serve?
Mountain Ridge High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mountain Ridge High School?
Mountain Ridge High School has an enrollment of approximately 734 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain Ridge High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountain Ridge High School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mountain Ridge High School rank in MD?
Mountain Ridge High School ranks #847 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Mountain Ridge High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mountain Ridge High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Mountain Ridge High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain Ridge High School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mountain Ridge High School a charter school?
No, Mountain Ridge High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mountain Ridge High School a Title I school?
No, Mountain Ridge High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mountain Ridge High School?
53.1% of students at Mountain Ridge High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 734
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Allegany County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.1%
- Phone
- (301) 689-3377
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Allegany County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 8,205
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,290
- District Rank
- #19 of 22
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