FREDERICK CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL
Frederick Classical Charter School is a public charter elementary school that is part of the Frederick County Public Schools school district, located in Frederick, MD with about 367 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 25 teachers, Frederick Classical Charter School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Frederick Classical Charter School (FCCS) is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in grades K–8 in Frederick, Maryland. Chartered by the Frederick County Public School system, the school is distinguished by its commitment to a "Classical Education" model. This curriculum prioritizes a rigorous, content-rich academic foundation that emphasizes the liberal arts, logical reasoning, and the study of the Western tradition. By focusing on primary sources, phonics-based reading, and a structured historical sequence, the school aims to cultivate critical thinking skills and intellectual discipline in its students.
Beyond its academic curriculum, FCCS is defined by its focus on character development and community involvement. The school operates with a high degree of autonomy, governed by a parent-led Board of Trustees, which encourages a strong partnership between families and educators. With a mission centered on providing an "outstanding education" that prepares students for high school and beyond, the school maintains a structured learning environment where students are encouraged to develop both academic mastery and personal integrity.
For more information, contact Frederick Classical Charter School at (240) 236-1200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-1200
FREDERICK CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL is a public Charter school in Frederick, MD with about 367 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Maryland
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
Frederick County Public Schools - District:
- Frederick County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 367
- Teachers:
- 25.86
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 367 students
- White
- 52.0%
- Black or African American
- 24.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 10.1%
- Asian
- 7.4%
- Two or more races
- 5.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- Female
- 52.0%
- Male
- 48.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.