Urbana High
1,940 Students
High School 9th - 12th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 983 |
| Hispanic | 249 |
| Black | 198 |
| Asian | 369 |
| Two or More | 132 |
| American Indian | 7 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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White983 (50.7 %)
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Asian369 (19.0 %)
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Hispanic249 (12.8 %)
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Black198 (10.2 %)
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Two or More132 (6.8 %)
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American Indian7 (0.4 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 479 |
| Grade 10 | 486 |
| Grade 11 | 523 |
| Grade 12 | 452 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 997 | 51.4% |
| Male | 943 | 48.6% |
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