WALKERSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
Walkersville High is a public high school that is part of the Frederick County Public Schools school district, located in Walkersville, MD with about 1,098 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 62 teachers, Walkersville High has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.
Walkersville High School, located in Walkersville, Maryland, is a public secondary school serving the Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) district. Situated in a suburban community just north of Frederick City, the school is known for fostering a strong sense of school spirit and community engagement. It offers a comprehensive academic curriculum that includes various Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career and technology education pathways, and a wide array of extracurricular activities, ranging from competitive athletics to performing arts programs.
As part of the FCPS system, Walkersville High emphasizes preparing students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school maintains a focus on student achievement and character development, supported by a faculty dedicated to providing a well-rounded educational experience. For families and community members, the school serves as a central hub for local events and maintains transparent communication through its official district website, which provides information on academic policies, calendars, and resources.
For more information, contact Walkersville High at (240) 236-7200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-7200
http://www.fcps.org
WALKERSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Walkersville, MD with about 1,098 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Maryland
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Frederick County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 1,098
- Teachers:
- 62.5
- 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 1,098 students
- White
- 68.8%
- Black or African American
- 12.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 9.5%
- Two or more races
- 5.5%
- Asian
- 3.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 45.7%
- Male
- 54.3%
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.