Richard Montgomery High School

Richard Montgomery High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
250 Richard Montgomery Dr,  Rockville, MD
Montgomery County Public Schools
4.0
3.7
2,334 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1350
Average ACT Score
30
Math Proficiency
63%
Reading Proficiency
73%
Average GPA
3.66
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.66
Reading Proficiency
73%
Math Proficiency
63%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
138
Full Time Teachers
138
Teachers in First or Second Year
9.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1350
Math
670
Verbal
680
Average ACT
30
Math
29
English
31
Reading
31
Science
29
Number of AP Courses
22
AP Pass Rate
79.3%
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
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
13.8%
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
232:1

Student Diversity

Female
50%
Male
49.6%
White
27.9%
Hispanic
27.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
23.7%
Black
14.7%
Two or more races
5.8%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#6 Best College Prep Public HS in Maryland
#8 Best Public HS in Maryland
#8 Most Diverse Public HS in Maryland
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB 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 1,155 Students
Towson University 391 Students
Georgetown University 348 Students
University of Pennsylvania 271 Students
New York University 254 Students
Johns Hopkins University 254 Students
University of Maryland, Baltimore County 251 Students
Columbia University 226 Students
Carnegie Mellon University 194 Students
Montgomery College 194 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 290 Students
Psychology 241 Students
Biology 239 Students
Computer Science 206 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 179 Students
Political Science and Government 162 Students
Economics 107 Students
Pre-Law Studies 92 Students
Nursing 84 Students
Marketing 79 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 520 Reviews
5.0 Alum
5/15/2024
It has great academics, culture, staff, and student body. They promote diversity, inclusion, and more, this really helps the schools community and students.
5.0 Senior
2/19/2024
Honestly, one of the best school you can ask for. It has tons of different classes to choose from as well as programs like IB and AP. Diversity and connections are a really key aspect to this school and allows newcomers to feel welcomed.
4.0 Senior
1/20/2024
The school itself is beautiful with tall ceilings and lots of lighting. I've had pretty good teachers and learned a lot during my time here. There have been safety concerns that I'm not sure were addressed effectively, but I know that the administration does care about its students. I've had a good time in the IB Program and found classes to be challenging enough.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.7 10 Reviews
5.0 parent
10/12/2023
Great teachers and great school. The learning environment is very immersive and the facilities are great. The school was a blue ribbon winner from the Department of Education
4.0 parent
6/11/2022
I realize that if I don't rate highly, my review will likely be dismissed. But my review is highly critical of the school and serves as a warning for those who are moving to the area in hopes of joining the IB or going to a "great" school. I am class of 2022 RMIB, and my case is a unique one; I ente...
5.0 parent
4/21/2021
We had three children go through RM and while all our kids had different strengths and weaknesses, the school was a good experience for all of them. All three could have done the IB program but were happier taking the same rigorous AP classes that are offered at all schools around the county. They f...
5.0 other
4/16/2021
The IB program is one of the best. Challenges students and prepares them for college.

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Richard Montgomery High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Rockville, MD and is served by the Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland. The school has a total enrollment of 2,334 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 63% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 73% are proficient in reading. Richard Montgomery 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 3.66, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1350 and an ACT score of 30. The average home value in this area is $751,448. Discover additional schools in the area, like Rockville High School, Thomas S. Wootton High School, Fusion Academy Rockville, and more. Learn more about what Rockville has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Richard Montgomery High School.

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