Top Schools in Frederick
Highest-performing schools based on SOL pass rates and academic outcomes (2024)
Urbana High School
Top-performing school
Oakdale High School
Top school in Frederick
Gov. Thomas Johnson High School
Top school in Frederick
Monocacy Middle School
Top school in Frederick
What This Means for Home Buyers
Homes near top-performing schools in Frederick command premiums. The best agents in Frederick know which streets feed into which school zones, and that knowledge can save you tens of thousands of dollars. The median home price in Frederick is $420K. Homes within the best school boundaries often sell above that median.
Frederick's "Strong" school rating makes it a solid choice for families. You will find good schools without the extreme competition of some neighboring areas. The right agent can help you identify the best pockets within Frederick.
Homes near Urbana High School and Oakdale High School average just 20 days on market. If schools are a priority for your family, start your search in those zones.
Commute from Frederick
Frederick parents: 60-min drive to downtown, MARC (Brunswick Line).
60 min drive
Rush-hour drive to downtown
Major Highways
I-70, I-270, Rt 15, Rt 340
Commuter Rail
MARC (Brunswick Line)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best schools in Frederick, MD?
Top schools in Frederick include Urbana High School, Oakdale High School, Gov. Thomas Johnson High School, Monocacy Middle School. Frederick schools have a 79% average SOL pass rate, earning a "Strong" quality rating from smover.
How do Frederick schools compare to Columbia?
Frederick schools have a 79% SOL pass rate with a "Strong" quality tier. Compare school quality, home prices, and commute times across neighboring cities on smover's comparison pages. School zone boundaries matter: the best agents in Frederick know which streets feed into which schools.
Are Frederick schools worth the higher home prices?
Frederick has a median home price of $420K. Homes near top-performing schools like Urbana High School often command premiums above that median. For families, school quality is one of the strongest predictors of long-term home value. The right agent can help you find value pockets within the best school zones.
What school district is Frederick, MD in?
Frederick is served by the county public school system. Top schools include Urbana High School and Oakdale High School. smover verifies agents in Frederick by real sales data, so you can find someone who specializes in the school zones that matter to your family.
School data from Virginia DOE, Maryland MSDE, and DC OSSE public reports (2024). Enrichment data from the Urban Institute Education Data Portal. Updated annually.