Quince Orchard High School

Quince Orchard High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
15800 Quince Orchard Rd,  Gaithersburg, MD
Montgomery County Public Schools
3.9
3.6
2,069 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1240
Average ACT Score
29
Math Proficiency
51%
Reading Proficiency
56%
Average GPA
3.63
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.63
Reading Proficiency
56%
Math Proficiency
51%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
132
Full Time Teachers
132
Teachers in First or Second Year
10.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1240
Math
620
Verbal
630
Average ACT
29
Math
27
English
30
Reading
30
Science
28
Number of AP Courses
26
AP Pass Rate
63.1%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
26.9%
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
235:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.4%
Female
46.2%
White
34.2%
Hispanic
33.5%
Black
16.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
10.9%
Two or more races
4.7%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#4 Best HS For Athletes in Maryland
#15 Best College Prep Public HS in Maryland
#18 Best Public HS 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 751 Students
Towson University 340 Students
Penn State 215 Students
James Madison University 187 Students
Montgomery College 187 Students
University of Maryland, Baltimore County 165 Students
Georgetown University 161 Students
Virginia Tech 143 Students
Salisbury University 141 Students
Johns Hopkins University 138 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 262 Students
Psychology 192 Students
Biology 160 Students
Computer Science 138 Students
Political Science and Government 82 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 78 Students
Nursing 76 Students
Marketing 75 Students
Finance 62 Students
Pre-Law Studies 61 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 402 Reviews
4.0 Sophomore
5/17/2025
It's honestly a great high school. The teachers are very good at what they do and the school is highly diverse. Unfortunately, the school is somewhat overcrowded and some kids tend to vape frequently in the bathrooms, creating a sense for delinquency within the school.
4.0 Senior
2/3/2025
My only complaint with my experience at Quince Orchard was the daily schedule. There was many changes in daily class period changes which was confusing.
4.0 Senior
11/1/2024
Quince Orchard High School has been a great place to grow as a person and athlete. It has provided me with opportunities to participate in sports and other extracurriculars. In terms of education, Quince Orchard falls a bit short by not offering a wide variety of courses.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.6 18 Reviews
1.0 student
5/16/2024
if i could go back and not have my high school experience be through quince orchard i would. i truly do not understand why this school only cares about theirs athletes. they push things off until the last second and just expect the student to run with it and it is a complete waste of the student’s t...
5.0 parent
9/19/2023
Our son graduated from QO last year, and our daughters attend currently, grades 12th and 9th. We absolutely love this school. The principal is amazing; so engaged with all student activities, creating an inclusive and dynamic environment for all. There is something for everyone here, with awesome sp...
5.0 parent
9/14/2021
Great school! Offers all the advanced courses, AP and Honors. The teachers are very connected to the students. The school spirit here is very high and engaging to all the kids and local community.
1.0 other
5/5/2020
My experience at this school was very bad because you have a bad administration who can handle the truth!

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Quince Orchard High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Gaithersburg, MD, in the North Potomac neighborhood, and is served by the Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland. The school has a total enrollment of 2,069 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 51% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 56% are proficient in reading. Quince Orchard High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.63, the graduation rate is 90%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1240 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $604,747. Discover additional schools in the area, like Northwest High School, Longview School, Butler Montessori, and more. Learn more about what Gaithersburg has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Quince Orchard High School.

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