Damascus High School is a public high school in Damascus, Maryland, United States. It is part of the Montgomery County Public Schools system.
Serving 1,390 students in grades 9-12, Damascus High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Damascus High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Damascus High School's student population of 1,390 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,390 students
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Year Founded
1909
Colors
White, Green, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Damascus High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Damascus 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
#184 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
31%
24%
Black
13%
32%
White
38%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Montgomery County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Damascus High School's ranking?
Damascus High School is ranked #184 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Damascus High School often compared to?
Damascus High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarksburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Damascus High School?
The graduation rate of Damascus High School is 91%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Damascus High School?
1,390 students attend Damascus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Damascus High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Damascus High School?
Damascus High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Damascus High School offer ?
Damascus High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Damascus High School part of?
Damascus High School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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