Serving 1,309 students in grades 9-12, Poolesville High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher 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 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poolesville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Poolesville High School's student population of 1,309 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Poolesville High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poolesville High School is 0.69, 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
#12 out of 1347 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
37%
7%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
7%
33%
White
40%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poolesville High School's ranking?
Poolesville High School is ranked #12 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Poolesville High School often compared to?
Poolesville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas S. Wootton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Poolesville High School?
The graduation rate of Poolesville High School is 99%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Poolesville High School?
1,309 students attend Poolesville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Poolesville High School students are White, 37% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Poolesville High School?
Poolesville High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Poolesville High School offer ?
Poolesville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Poolesville High School part of?
Poolesville High School is part of Montgomery County School District.
School Reviews
4 3/20/2020
This is an amazing school. It is diverse and academically focused, but not a pressure cooker school. Students and staff are supportive of one another. Very few issues in this school. The only minor drawback in my opinion is that the school building is very old. Great teachers, rigorous programs, a good cohort of students, mix of race, SES and gender. Small-town feel, very welcoming local population. Even though the drive to the school is long (40 minutes), it is a lovely drive across bucolic settings.
5 9/29/2009
Small town atmosphere. Dedicated teachers who actually fight to get assigned to PHS. Very little trouble in the school. Very few disruptive minorities. I highly recommend this school.
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