Very Good
#368 of 1,363 schools in MD
Top 27% in state
Twin Ridge Elementary
Elementary School · Frederick County Public Schools
1106 Leafy Hollow Circle, Mt. Airy, MD 21771
Enrollment
689
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
689
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#368 of 1,363
In Mt. Airy
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#19 of 67
Frederick County Public Schools
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Twin Ridge Elementary
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About Twin Ridge Elementary
Twin Ridge Elementary is a public elementary school in Mt. Airy, MD, part of Frederick County Public Schools. Twin Ridge Elementary serves approximately 689 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio.
Twin Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #368 of 1,363 schools in MD. Structured state assessment records for Twin Ridge Elementary show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- MD avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Twin Ridge Elementary — Students at Twin Ridge Elementary score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.1%
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: 8.0/10.
How Twin Ridge Elementary Compares
See how Twin Ridge Elementary 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
1106 Leafy Hollow Circle, Mt. Airy, MD 21771
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Twin Ridge Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Clearspring Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Damascus), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodfield Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Gaithersburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lisbon Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Woodbine), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mt. Airy, see our Mt. Airy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LITTLE TRAVELERS DAYCARE & LEARNING CENTER Mount Airy | 1.0 mi | — |
| Mount Airy Elementary Mount Airy | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Parr's Ridge Elementary Mt. Airy | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Mount Airy Middle Mount Airy | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| FRIENDS MEETING SCHOOL Mount Airy | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Mount Airy | 3.0 mi | — |
| Kemptown Elementary Monrovia | 4.2 mi | 7.5 |
| MOUNT AIRY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mount Airy | 4.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Damascus Elementary Damascus | 6.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Green Valley Elementary Monrovia | 5.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Linganore High Frederick | 5.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Damascus High Damascus | 6.4 mi | 6.7 |
| New Market Elementary New Market | 5.4 mi | 8.3 |
| New Market Middle New Market | 5.5 mi | 6.6 |
| John T. Baker Middle School Damascus | 7.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Clearspring Elementary Damascus | 7.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Windsor Knolls Middle Ijamsville | 6.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Lisbon Elementary Woodbine | 6.2 mi | 8.7 |
| FRIENDS MEETING SCHOOL Ijamsville | 6.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Woodfield Elementary Gaithersburg | 8.2 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21771 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$154,844
Median Home Value
$532,200
Median Rent
$2,117/mo
Population
32,827
College Educated
46.1%
Homeownership
92.9%
Avg Commute
35.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
41.4
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cape St. Claire Elementary Annapolis, MD | 7.6 |
| Dr. Ronald E. McNair Elementary Germantown, MD | 7.6 |
| Flower Valley Elementary Rockville, MD | 7.6 |
| Monarch Academy Glen Burnie, MD | 7.6 |
| Phelps Luck Elementary Columbia, MD | 7.6 |
| Rosemary Hills Elementary Silver Spring, MD | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Twin Ridge Elementary
What grades does Twin Ridge Elementary serve?
Twin Ridge Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Twin Ridge Elementary?
Twin Ridge Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 689 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Twin Ridge Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Twin Ridge Elementary is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Twin Ridge Elementary rank in MD?
Twin Ridge Elementary ranks #368 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Twin Ridge Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Twin Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Twin Ridge Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Twin Ridge Elementary has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Twin Ridge Elementary a charter school?
No, Twin Ridge Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Twin Ridge Elementary a Title I school?
No, Twin Ridge Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Twin Ridge Elementary?
17.1% of students at Twin Ridge 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 689
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Frederick County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.2%
- Phone
- (240) 236-2300
Resources & Links
District
Frederick County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 47,681
- Schools in District
- 69
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,233
- District Rank
- #19 of 67
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