Clarksburg High School is a public high school located at 22500 Wims Road in Clarksburg, Maryland, United States. It is part of the Montgomery County 51±¬ÁÏs system, Maryland's largest public school system. Its students mainly come from Rocky Hill Middle School and Hallie Wells Middle School.
Serving 2,214 students in grades 9-12, Clarksburg High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,214 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarksburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Clarksburg High School's student population of 2,214 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 136 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,214 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
136 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Carolina blue
School Calendar
Campus Size
50
School Rankings
Clarksburg High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarksburg High School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#178 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
25%
7%
Hispanic
27%
23%
Black
29%
33%
White
14%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Coyote
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarksburg High School's ranking?
Clarksburg High School is ranked #178 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Clarksburg High School often compared to?
Clarksburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Damascus High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clarksburg High School?
The graduation rate of Clarksburg High School is 95%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Clarksburg High School?
2,214 students attend Clarksburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Clarksburg High School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 14% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clarksburg High School?
Clarksburg High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clarksburg High School offer ?
Clarksburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clarksburg High School part of?
Clarksburg High School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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