URBANA HIGH SCHOOL
Urbana High is a public high school that is part of the Frederick County Public Schools school district, located in Ijamsville, MD with about 1,758 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 88 teachers, Urbana High has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.
Urbana High School, located in Ijamsville, Maryland, is a prominent public secondary school serving the Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) district. Known for its rigorous academic environment, the school maintains a strong reputation for student achievement, offering a comprehensive curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, specialized career and technical education programs, and extensive extracurricular opportunities. The school’s modern facility on Campus Drive serves as a central hub for the surrounding community, fostering a culture that emphasizes both scholarly excellence and personal development.
Beyond academics, Urbana High School is highly regarded for its robust athletic programs and active student body, which participates in a wide array of clubs, arts, and competitive sports. As part of the larger FCPS system, the school benefits from a commitment to innovative instruction and community engagement, striving to prepare students for success in higher education and the global workforce. Its location in a growing residential area allows it to serve a diverse student population, consistently ranking as one of the top schools in Frederick County.
For more information, contact Urbana High at (240) 236-7600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Ijamsville, MD 21754
(240) 236-7600
http://www.fcps.org
URBANA HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Ijamsville, MD with about 1,758 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Maryland
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Frederick County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 1,758
- Teachers:
- 88.5
- 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 1,758 students
- White
- 63.9%
- Asian
- 12.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 11.1%
- Black or African American
- 7.2%
- Two or more races
- 5.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 50.7%
- Male
- 49.3%
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.