THURMONT MIDDLE SCHOOL
Thurmont Middle is a public middle school that is part of the Frederick County Public Schools school district, located in Thurmont, MD with about 555 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 30 teachers, Thurmont Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.
Thurmont Middle School is a public middle school located in the historic town of Thurmont, Maryland, serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) district, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive educational experience that bridges the gap between elementary and high school. The facility is situated on East Main Street and serves as a central educational hub for the surrounding community, emphasizing academic growth, social development, and preparation for future success.
The school operates under the broader mission of the Frederick County Public School system, which prioritizes student-centered learning, equity, and excellence. Thurmont Middle offers a diverse curriculum that includes core academic subjects alongside elective opportunities designed to engage students in the arts, technology, and physical education. By maintaining a focus on community involvement and academic rigor, the school aims to create a supportive environment that encourages students to excel both inside and outside the classroom.
For more information, contact Thurmont Middle at (240) 236-5100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Thurmont, MD 21788-2014
(240) 236-5100
http://www.fcps.org
THURMONT MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Thurmont, MD with about 555 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Maryland
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Frederick County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 555
- Teachers:
- 30.5
- 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 555 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending THURMONT MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 89% of the student body.
- White
- 89.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.2%
- Two or more races
- 3.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Black or African American
- 0.7%
- Asian
- 0.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.4%
- Female
- 47.6%
- Male
- 52.4%
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.