Thurmont Middle

Frederick County Public Schools
408 E Main St
Thurmont, MD 21788
546 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
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.
546
Total Students
35.5
Full-Time Teachers
15.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
44.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    461 (84.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    49 (9.0 %)
  • Two or More
    21 (3.8 %)
  • Black
    9 (1.6 %)
  • Asian
    4 (0.7 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle 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)236-5100
Website: http://www.fcps.org
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 546
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 35.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 204
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 41

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 6 172
Grade 7 170
Grade 8 204
Gender Ratio
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Smithsburg Middle
Washington County Public Schools
534 Students
68 N Main St
Smithsburg, MD 21783 (9.5 miles away)
Middle School 6th - 8th