For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 5,120 students in 21703, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21703, MD are Ballenger Creek Elementary School, Tuscarora Elementary School and Orchard Grove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21703 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21703, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21703, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ballenger Creek Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5250 Kingsbrook Dr
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 236-2500
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 236-2500
Gr: PK-5 | 709 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Tuscarora Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6321 Lambert Dr
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 566-0000
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 566-0000
Gr: PK-5 | 779 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Orchard Grove Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5898 Hannover Dr
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 236-2400
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 236-2400
Gr: PK-5 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Carroll Creek Montessori Public Charter
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7215 Corporate Court
Frederick, MD 21703
(301) 663-7970
Frederick, MD 21703
(301) 663-7970
Gr: PK-8 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Ballenger Creek Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5525 Ballenger Creek Pike
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 236-5700
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 236-5700
Gr: 6-8 | 792 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #66.
Butterfly Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
601 Contender Way
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 566-0300
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 566-0300
Gr: PK-5 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #77.
Crestwood Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7100 Foxcroft Dr
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 566-9000
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 566-9000
Gr: 6-8 | 747 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #88.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1285 Hillcrest Drive
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 236-3200
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 236-3200
Gr: PK-5 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 21703, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21703, MD include Ballenger Creek Elementary School, Tuscarora Elementary School and Orchard Grove Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21703?
8 public elementary schools are located in 21703.
What is the racial composition of students in 21703?
21703 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).