Frederick High School

Frederick High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
650 Carroll Pky,  Frederick, MD
Frederick County Public Schools
4.0
3.5
1,850 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1150
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
29%
Reading Proficiency
54%
Average GPA
3.52
Graduation Rate
83%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B
Teachers
B+
College Prep
B+
Administration
B+
Resources/Facilities
A
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
B-
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.52
Reading Proficiency
54%
Math Proficiency
29%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
111
Full Time Teachers
111
Teachers in First or Second Year
11%
College Prep
Average SAT
1150
Math
570
Verbal
580
Average ACT
24
Math
23
English
24
Reading
26
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
29
AP Pass Rate
56.9%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
23.4%
State Average
24.4%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
257:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.6%
Female
49.4%
Hispanic
41.5%
Black
25.3%
White
22.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
5.3%
Two or more races
5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#9 Most Diverse Public HS in Maryland
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Maryland - College Park 413 Students
Towson University 323 Students
Frederick Community College 210 Students
Mount St. Mary's University 140 Students
Howard University 135 Students
Morgan State University 116 Students
Georgetown University 110 Students
University of Maryland, Baltimore County 110 Students
University of Maryland - Baltimore 102 Students
Hood College 102 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 130 Students
Biology 125 Students
Psychology 113 Students
Nursing 110 Students
Computer Science 88 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 63 Students
Political Science and Government 44 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 29 Students
Chemistry 29 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 28 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 225 Reviews
4.0 Senior
6/7/2025
Just more student roles so that everyone can be included. More opportunities for students to be a part of the community and play a role in bringing it to life.
4.0 Junior
10/25/2024
Frederick High School is a great school to find an inclusive environment where there is something for everyone. I feel like I have many people I can turn to for college advice and the counseling team is great. Frederick High offers many dual enrollment and AP classes which provides a good environment for students who want to be challenged.
4.0 Senior
10/20/2024
I think FHS is a good example of a typical high school that you would see in a movie. The building is picturesque and impressive to a degree with its high ceilings, skylights, and grandiose auditorium but other than that it's entirely average.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.5 8 Reviews
4.0 student
8/22/2014
I recently graduated from Frederick High School. I loved it! I wouldn't want to change my high school experience at all. All the students take great pride in attending Frederick High. The amount of school spirit is amazing. The school is super diverse which I love. It really does prepare us for the...
5.0 other
8/14/2014
I currently attend and I'm a junior. I love this school, the kinds and teachers are great. Very little drama, and everyone is pretty chill. Mr. Barber, Mr. Lewis, Mrs. Manley, Mr. Krumptich, Mr. Johnson, and Mr. , all made my time here wonderful, I'm very sad to leave.
4.0 student
8/27/2013
This is my first year here at FHS. I'm a sophomore, and so far, I love this school. The teachers are great and they know what they're doing without any hesitation. Other students here at FHS are very friendly and welcoming. I'm glad to be part of the FHS Cadets!
4.0 parent
9/29/2010
I have one child who graduated from Frederick w/ a fantastic education, near perfect SAT scores and 7 AP classes. She had great teachers. I also have a Freshman now. Frederick's unique because of it's diversity. It allows everyone the opportunity to be themselves w/ no pressure to conform. When 9/11...

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Frederick High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Frederick, MD and is served by the Frederick County Public Schools in Maryland. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,850 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 29% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 54% are proficient in reading. Frederick High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.52, the graduation rate is 83%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1150 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $415,702. Discover additional schools in the area, like Gov. Thomas Johnson High School, Heather Ridge High School, Rock Creek School, and more. Learn more about what Frederick has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Frederick High School.

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