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Damascus High

25921 Ridge Rd, Damascus, MD 20872, United States
5.8
Overall Rating

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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%

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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.

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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 โ†’
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.