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Very Good

#390 of 1,363 schools in MD

Top 29% in state

North Frederick Elementary

Elementary School · Frederick County Public Schools

1010 Fairview Ave, Frederick, MD 21701

Enrollment

652

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#390 of 1,363

In Frederick

#6 of 30

public schools

In district

#21 of 67

Frederick County Public Schools

Equity

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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North Frederick Elementary

7.5/10

Elementary School in Frederick · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Gov. Thomas Johnson High

4.9/10

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6.9/10

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About North Frederick Elementary

North Frederick Elementary is a public elementary school in Frederick, MD, part of Frederick County Public Schools. North Frederick Elementary serves approximately 652 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. North Frederick Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #390 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for North Frederick Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.4% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.2% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+5.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.1 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected+11.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,233
Chronic Absenteeism20.9%

North Frederick Elementary — Students at North Frederick Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 63.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (2025 MCAP)

Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
90%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
38%
ELA
53%
2025
Math
35.4%
ELA
61.2%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How North Frederick Elementary Compares

See how North Frederick Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
72th percentile in MD
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1010 Fairview Ave, Frederick, MD 21701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Frederick Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frederick Classical Charter (rated 9.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE BANNER SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Parkway Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Frederick, see our Frederick schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Gov. Thomas Johnson High Frederick 0.5 mi 4.9
Heather Ridge Frederick 0.6 mi 6.9
Monocacy Valley Montessori Frederick 0.7 mi 4.8
CALVARY WEEKDAY SCHOOL Frederick 0.8 mi
MEADOWS MONTESSORI Frederick 0.8 mi
THE BANNER SCHOOL Frederick 0.8 mi 7.5
Gov. Thomas Johnson Middle Frederick 0.9 mi 7.3
Parkway Elementary Frederick 1.1 mi 7.5
Frederick High Frederick 1.1 mi 5.1
West Frederick Middle Frederick 1.3 mi 6.7
Lincoln Elementary Frederick 1.5 mi 6.6
Monocacy Middle Frederick 1.8 mi 6.3
Monocacy Elementary Frederick 1.8 mi 7.2
THE GODDARD SCHOOL OF FREDERICK Frederick 1.6 mi
Crestwood Middle Frederick 2.5 mi 5.6
ST JOHN REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Frederick 2.7 mi 4.8
Frederick Classical Charter Frederick 2.1 mi 9.3
FREDERICK ADVENTIST ACADEMY Frederick 2.5 mi 5.0
FREDERICK COUNTRY DAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Frederick 2.4 mi
Hillcrest Elementary Frederick 2.4 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,306

Median Home Value

$404,900

Median Rent

$1,607/mo

Population

41,340

College Educated

49.7%

Homeownership

67.2%

Avg Commute

28.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

39.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Frederick Elementary

What grades does North Frederick Elementary serve?

North Frederick Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend North Frederick Elementary?

North Frederick Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 652 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Frederick Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at North Frederick Elementary is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Frederick Elementary rank in MD?

North Frederick Elementary ranks #390 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is North Frederick Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

North Frederick Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 North Frederick Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Frederick Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is North Frederick Elementary a charter school?

No, North Frederick Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is North Frederick Elementary a Title I school?

No, North Frederick Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Frederick Elementary?

54.1% of students at North Frederick Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
652
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Frederick County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

District

Frederick County Public Schools
District Enrollment
47,681
Schools in District
69
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,233
District Rank
#21 of 67

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