Serving 1,962 students in grades 9-12, Governor Thomas Johnson High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,962 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Governor Thomas Johnson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Governor Thomas Johnson High School's student population of 1,962 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,962 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Governor Thomas Johnson High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Governor Thomas Johnson High School is 0.73, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#629 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
37%
22%
Black
24%
33%
White
28%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Governor Thomas Johnson High School's ranking?
Governor Thomas Johnson High School is ranked #629 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Governor Thomas Johnson High School often compared to?
Governor Thomas Johnson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frederick High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Governor Thomas Johnson High School?
The graduation rate of Governor Thomas Johnson High School is 86%, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Governor Thomas Johnson High School?
1,962 students attend Governor Thomas Johnson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Governor Thomas Johnson High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Governor Thomas Johnson High School?
Governor Thomas Johnson High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Governor Thomas Johnson High School offer ?
Governor Thomas Johnson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Governor Thomas Johnson High School part of?
Governor Thomas Johnson High School is part of Frederick County School District.
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