Francis Scott Key High School

Francis Scott Key High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
3825 Bark Hill Rd,  Union Bridge, MD
Carroll County Public Schools
3.6
3.8
931 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1170
Average ACT Score
29
Math Proficiency
52%
Reading Proficiency
32%
Average GPA
3.59
Graduation Rate
96%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.59
Reading Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
52%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
54
Full Time Teachers
54
Teachers in First or Second Year
18.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1170
Math
570
Verbal
600
Average ACT
29
Math
26
English
31
Reading
33
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
18
AP Pass Rate
38.6%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
36.9%
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
221:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.1%
Male
48.7%
White
81.5%
Hispanic
5.9%
Two or more races
5.6%
Black
5.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

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 139 Students
Towson University 128 Students
Carroll Community College 106 Students
McDaniel College 88 Students
Stevenson University 70 Students
Mount St. Mary's University 63 Students
Salisbury University 58 Students
University of Maryland, Baltimore County 51 Students
Frostburg State University 49 Students
Penn State 48 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 57 Students
Nursing 54 Students
Business 43 Students
Biology 43 Students
Computer Science 24 Students
Criminology 23 Students
Early Childhood Education 19 Students
Graphic Design 19 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 18 Students
Accounting 16 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 171 Reviews
5.0 Alum
5/7/2025
Personally, my experience was great I was the star athlete and everyone knew me. I definitely think some people's expectations differed from mine because not everyone played ball.
1.0 Sophomore
3/19/2024
I would like to see changes in the teacher's attitude towards certain students. And the school taking more action when it comes to bullying.
4.0 Senior
3/7/2024
Francis Scott Key is a good school but in recent years have been struggling with an increase in fights that administration is not able to handle. This has caused a lot of issues in our school and leaves bathrooms closed a good bit of the day. Despite this, Key has been an exceptional place to grow and become ready to be a college student. I have met some amazing people and both teachers and students that have made my high school experience positive, despite any other issues.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.8 4 Reviews
1.0 parent
7/21/2025
Our child attended September 2021 to June 2023, with IEP. They ripped apart their IEP, removed services, & disabilities and supports! Use extreme caution for your child/children! My child has complex medical and disabilities, they didn’t care one bit the harm they brought on her! Got an out of distr...
4.0 student
3/7/2022
Im only a freshman rn (3/7/22) but i love it already. best tip for incoming freshmen to help you get along well with your upperclassmen is to not be obnoxious and try not to stir up too much drama. if you act immature the upperclassmen wont rlly like you that much. we like our quiet and we dont wann...
5.0 student
6/12/2016
I have some really great teachers who care about our grades and education. They try to help us understand the concepts through different activities, as well as bring us in for extra help.The programs in place to help us succeed are great, and I have made a great place for myself, both in terms of ac...
5.0 parent
3/12/2013
There are an excellent set of teachers at this high school. They are passionate about improving student learning and over the past few years have made strides trying to get the community involved again in the school. There are many completer programs in the school as well as numerous types of course...

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Francis Scott Key High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Union Bridge, MD and is served by the Carroll County Public Schools in Maryland. The school has a total enrollment of 931 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 52% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 32% are proficient in reading. Francis Scott Key High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.59, the graduation rate is 96%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1170 and an ACT score of 29. Discover additional schools in the area, like Springdale Preparatory School, Carroll Christian Schools, Littlestown Christian Academy, and more. Learn more about what Union Bridge has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Francis Scott Key High School.

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