Schoolary
Log In
publichighGrade 9-12

Damascus High

25921 Ridge Rd, Damascus, MD 20872, United States
+1 (240) 207-2400
http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/damascushs/
5.8
Overall Rating

Location

Loading map...

Damascus High Overview

About This School

Damascus High is a public high in Damascus, Maryland, serving 1,390 students in grades 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 73% in ELA and 43% in math. The school maintains a staff of 86 teachers with an average salary of $77,141, while the student-teacher ratio sits at 16:1. Guidance services are provided through a ratio of 252 students per counselor. The student body at Damascus High is composed of 51% male and 49% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 38% White, 31% Hispanic, 13% Black, 11% Asian, and 7% students of two or more races.

1,390
Total Students
Grade 9-12
16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
86 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts73%
Mathematics43%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Montgomery County
Students per Counselor
252:1

Damascus High Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

73%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 58%State Avg: 44%
43%
Mathematics
City Avg: 39%State Avg: 26%
N/A
Science

Class Information

16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 13.4:1
State Avg: 13.5:1
252
Students per Counselor

Damascus High Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
86

Average Teacher Salary

$77,141
City Avg: $77,141
State Avg: $84,033

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Students per Counselor252:1

Damascus High Student Demographics

Student Body

51.01%
Male
48.85%
Female
Total Enrollment: 1,390 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White37.84%
Hispanic30.65%
Asian10.94%
Black13.38%
Two or More Races6.83%
Native American0.07%

Damascus High Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Damascus High

Q: What is Damascus High?

A: Damascus High is a high public located in Damascus.

Q: How many students attend Damascus High?

A: Damascus High has approximately 1,390 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Damascus High?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Damascus High is 16:1.

Schools Near Damascus High

Other schools in Damascus area you might want to consider

Woodfield Elementary
3.4km👑 Best Rated
publicelementary314 students
+0.9 Rating vs this school+4% ELA vs this school+14% Math vs this school
Gaithersburg, MD
6.7
Rating
Cedar Grove Elementary
4.1km
publicelementary326 students
+0.7 Rating vs this school+14% Math vs this school
Germantown, MD
6.5
Rating
Kemptown Elementary
5.7km
publicelementary448 students
+0.7 Rating vs this school+14% Math vs this school
Monrovia, MD
6.5
Rating
Clearspring Elementary
1.8km
publicelementary541 students
+0.2 Rating vs this school+12% Math vs this school
Damascus, MD
6.0
Rating
Lois P. Rockwell Elementary
2.9km
publicelementary518 students
+3% Math vs this school
Damascus, MD
5.3
Rating
Hallie Wells Middle
6.1km
publicmiddle931 students
Clarksburg, MD
4.6
Rating
Damascus Elementary
390m📍 Closest
publicelementary331 students
Damascus, MD
4.0
Rating
John T. Baker Middle School
1.1km
publicmiddle841 students
Damascus, MD
3.3
Rating
View More Schools in Damascus

Detailed Information about Damascus High

Damascus High is a public high in Damascus, Maryland, serving 1,390 students in grades 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 73% in ELA and 43% in math. The school maintains a staff of 86 teachers with an average salary of $77,141, while the student-teacher ratio sits at 16:1. Guidance services are provided through a ratio of 252 students per counselor. The student body at Damascus High is composed of 51% male and 49% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 38% White, 31% Hispanic, 13% Black, 11% Asian, and 7% students of two or more races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
Schoolary Research Team
Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Damascus High - Damascus, MD

Quick Facts about Damascus High
School NameDamascus High
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location25921 Ridge Rd, Damascus, MD 20872, Damascus, MD
CountyMontgomery County
Phone+1 (240) 207-2400
Total Students1,390
Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Full-Time Teachers86
Rating5.8/10
ELA Proficiency73%
Math Proficiency43%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Damascus High

What is Damascus High?

Damascus High is a high public located in Damascus.

How many students attend Damascus High?

Damascus High has approximately 1,390 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Damascus High?

The student-teacher ratio at Damascus High is 16:1.

Explore More Schools

All Schools in DamascusElementary Schools in DamascusMiddle Schools in DamascusHigh Schools in DamascusAll Schools in MarylandSearch All Schools