Damascus High

Damascus High

Public High School | Grade 9-12
25921 Ridge Rd,  Damascus, MD
Montgomery County Public Schools
3.8
4.2
1,381 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1240
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
43%
Reading Proficiency
73%
Average GPA
3.61
Graduation Rate
91%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A
Teachers
A
College Prep
B+
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.61
Reading Proficiency
73%
Math Proficiency
43%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
85
Full Time Teachers
85
Teachers in First or Second Year
3.7%
College Prep
Average SAT
1240
Math
620
Verbal
620
Average ACT
27
Math
26
English
27
Reading
28
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
19
AP Pass Rate
72%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
18.9%
State Average
24.4%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
255:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.4%
Male
49.6%
White
40.4%
Hispanic
28.4%
Black
13.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
11.6%
Two or more races
5.5%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#2 Best HS For Athletes in Maryland
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Maryland - College Park 441 Students
Towson University 263 Students
Salisbury University 155 Students
University of Maryland, Baltimore County 148 Students
Penn State 119 Students
Montgomery College 116 Students
James Madison University 106 Students
Mount St. Mary's University 106 Students
Virginia Tech 97 Students
University of Maryland - Baltimore 95 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 144 Students
Business 143 Students
Psychology 80 Students
Computer Science 80 Students
Nursing 76 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 71 Students
Chemistry 50 Students
Engineering 35 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 35 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 34 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 313 Reviews
5.0 Senior
11/13/2024
I love going to Damascus High School. I love the people that are surrounded by me throughout my school day. I love the support we get from our teachers and the staff. I also love the energy and how it always safe and comfortable throughout my day . I never fear when going to school
4.0 Alum
1/18/2024
I would definitely like to see more diversity in Damascus and better education about diversity. Damascus is a small, country town. Students there need to be better taught on inclusiveness and appropriate language. The best parts is the sports and community. Since it is a small town, everyone is very supportive of the high school. Everyone shows up for the football games every week and they are always so fun. I played sports in high school and loved my teams so much.
4.0 NicheUser
11/30/2022
Pretty good school. Could be more diverse though and needs better math teachers. Students are striving for good grades.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.2 11 Reviews
4.0 student
4/17/2025
I like this school, the building could use a lot of work. There are a few specific teachers that you want to avoid so if you’re going here ask your friends who the teachers they didn’t like are. If you get the chance some great teachers are Mrs. Goodenow, Mrs. Zappone (English) Mr. Reiter, Mr. Spoll...
5.0 parent
1/21/2021
I had two children go through this school and both ended up with full tuition college scholarships, one for sports and one for academics. The building is ancient, but other than that, both kids had fairly positive experiences. There will be problem teachers and problem students at any school and we...
1.0 student
1/17/2018
well kids are rude, some teachers have attitudes for no reason. They give so much homework, the building is terrible; it's bad.
5.0 parent
12/5/2017
The teachers are wonderful!!! Most have been there 20+ years and are devoted to the students. My two daughters have excelled!!

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Damascus High is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Damascus, MD, in the Damascus neighborhood, and is served by the Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland. The school has a total enrollment of 1,381 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 43% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 73% are proficient in reading. Damascus High has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.61, the graduation rate is 91%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1240 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $628,593. Discover additional schools in the area, like Friends Meeting School, Cornerstone Academy, Living Grace Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Damascus has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Damascus High.

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