Wheaton High School

Wheaton High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
12401 DALEWOOD Dr,  Silver Spring, MD
Montgomery County Public Schools
3.9
4.4
2,747 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1250
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
31%
Reading Proficiency
60%
Average GPA
3.53
Graduation Rate
82%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.53
Reading Proficiency
60%
Math Proficiency
31%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
168
Full Time Teachers
168
Teachers in First or Second Year
19.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1250
Math
620
Verbal
630
Average ACT
25
Math
25
English
25
Reading
25
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
17
AP Pass Rate
60.9%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
21%
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
237:1

Student Diversity

Male
59.3%
Female
40.6%
Hispanic
57.8%
Black
19.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
11.2%
White
9.7%
Two or more races
2%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#1 Niche Standout HS in Maryland
#20 Best College Prep 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 909 Students
Towson University 439 Students
University of Maryland, Baltimore County 345 Students
Montgomery College 276 Students
Johns Hopkins University 242 Students
University of Maryland - Baltimore 204 Students
Georgetown University 202 Students
Loyola University Maryland 169 Students
Howard University 164 Students
Salisbury University 142 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 187 Students
Computer Science 185 Students
Business 138 Students
Psychology 129 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 126 Students
Nursing 119 Students
Engineering 90 Students
Biomedical Sciences and Molecular Medicine 89 Students
Mechanical Engineering 84 Students
Neuroscience and Neurobiology 78 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 233 Reviews
4.0 Senior
11/24/2024
My overall experience at Wheaton has being very interesting. i have worked in computer science and programming, being manager for are cheer team sophomore year, worked in the drama club program, when to Thomas Eidson High School of Tech for Network operations, and lastly i have been part of dance concerts in the winter.
3.0 Senior
11/12/2024
The best part of Wheaton High school was the friends that I made. The worst part about Wheaton High School was the food and the danger that seemed to be lurking every week. I would like to see the school become safer and with more capable staff to teach. I would also like for there to be more resources in learning about good opportunities for leadership skills. The classes could also have more of a variety to offer different kinds of choices in what you might like to learn. As well as can easier time to start clubs and not wait for a teacher to want to sponsor your interests.
4.0 Senior
10/29/2024
My experience was good in high school throughout the years since the environment was filled with good students and the teachers were very helpful. I haven't had any bad experiences here but what I would want to change is the amount of important information we get since we are not often told and it makes people lose opportunities.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.4 9 Reviews
5.0 parent
6/3/2022
I currently have an 18 year old (graduating senior) and a 16 year old (sophomore) at WHS. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this school! The teachers are extremely helpful and the faculty is very supportive. My kids receive the help and guidance they need and my 18yr old senior was able to get into the CDI program (...
4.0 student
7/16/2019
I would say that the school overall is good, and the teachers are good, but classes are a tad big. It’s about 20 a class.
5.0 parent
3/15/2019
I love this school. My child has been here all 4 years and I feel like we have won the lottery with Wheaton. My child feels welcomes, supported and challenged. The school works hard to help children succeed, which isn't easy given the population served. Many have English as a second language and par...
5.0 student
8/11/2018
Ever since the opening of its new building, WHS has become a great school. Students have wide ranges of opportunities in multi-level courses and academies, school spirit is increasing every year, teachers are attentive and challenge their kids. There are a lot of slackers at Wheaton who don’t put in...

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Wheaton High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Silver Spring, MD and is served by the Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland. The school has a total enrollment of 2,747 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 31% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 60% are proficient in reading. Wheaton High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.53, the graduation rate is 82%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1250 and an ACT score of 25. The average home value in this area is $487,548. Discover additional schools in the area, like Thomas Edison High School Of Technology, Albert Einstein High School, John F. Kennedy High School, and more. Learn more about what Silver Spring has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Wheaton High School.

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