For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,854 students in 21703, MD.
The top ranked public middle schools in 21703, MD are Ballenger Creek Middle School, Carroll Creek Montessori Public Charter and Crestwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 21703 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 18%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21703, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21703, MD Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ballenger Creek Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5525 Ballenger Creek Pike
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 236-5700
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 236-5700
Grades: 6-8
| 792 students
Rank: #22.
Carroll Creek Montessori Public Charter
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7215 Corporate Court
Frederick, MD 21703
(301) 663-7970
Frederick, MD 21703
(301) 663-7970
Grades: PK-8
| 315 students
Rank: #33.
Crestwood Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7100 Foxcroft Dr
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 566-9000
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 566-9000
Grades: 6-8
| 747 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 21703, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 21703, MD include Ballenger Creek Middle School, Carroll Creek Montessori Public Charter and Crestwood Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21703?
3 public middle schools are located in 21703.
What is the racial composition of students in 21703?
21703 public middle schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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