School Overview
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.
1,940
Total Students
90.0
Full-Time Teachers
21.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
16.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Urbana High
Demographic Student Count
White983
Hispanic249
Black198
Asian369
Two or More132
American Indian7
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    983 (50.7 %)
  • Asian
    369 (19.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    249 (12.8 %)
  • Black
    198 (10.2 %)
  • Two or More
    132 (6.8 %)
  • American Indian
    7 (0.4 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Frederick County Public Schools
Phone: (240)236-7600
Website: http://www.fcps.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,940
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 90.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 21.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 266
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 62
Grades Taught
Grade 9 479
Grade 10 486
Grade 11 523
Grade 12 452

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Urbana High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9479
Grade 10486
Grade 11523
Grade 12452
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Urbana High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female99751.4%
Male94348.6%