Poolesville High School is a public magnet high school located in Poolesville, Maryland, United States. It is part of the Montgomery County Public Schools system. It is the only all-magnet high school in Montgomery County.
Serving 1,351 students in grades 9-12, Poolesville High School ranks in the top 5% 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 80% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). 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 20:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80% (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
Diversity
School Overview
Poolesville High School's student population of 1,351 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,351 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1911
Colors
Black, Gold
School Motto
Every student will have the academic, creative problem solving and social-emotional skills to be successful in college and career.
School Rankings
Poolesville High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poolesville High School is 0.71, 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
#14 out of 1338 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
38%
7%
Hispanic
10%
24%
Black
8%
32%
White
36%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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: Falcons
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poolesville High School's ranking?
Poolesville High School is ranked #14 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% 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?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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?
1,351 students attend Poolesville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Poolesville High School students are Asian, 36% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 8% 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 20:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Poolesville High School part of?
Poolesville High School is part of Montgomery County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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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