Urbana Middle School is among 12 Maryland public schools recognized as a Blue Ribbon School for the 2026-27 school year, according to an announcement by Governor Wes Moore.
The Frederick County school was one of only two public middle schools statewide to receive the distinction.
The Maryland Blue Ribbon Schools Program recognizes schools based on student performance on state and national assessments, as well as efforts to reduce achievement gaps among different student groups compared with the state average.
Urbana Middle earned four out of five stars on the most recent Maryland Report Card, reflecting gains in academic achievement and academic progress.
Frederick County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Cheryl L. Dyson said the recognition reflects the combined efforts of school staff, students and families, along with high expectations and targeted support for students.
The Maryland Blue Ribbon Schools Program operates in collaboration with the Maryland State Department of Education, the Archdiocese of Baltimore and the Archdiocese of Washington.
Urbana Middle is the 18th Frederick County Public Schools campus to earn Maryland Blue Ribbon status, National Blue Ribbon status, or both.
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