Serving 1,841 students in grades 9-12, Gov. Thomas Johnson High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,841 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gov. Thomas Johnson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Gov. Thomas Johnson High School's student population of 1,841 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,841 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gov. Thomas Johnson High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gov. Thomas Johnson High School is 0.73, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#85 out of 1343 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
35%
21%
Black
24%
33%
White
31%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gov. Thomas Johnson High School's ranking?
Gov. Thomas Johnson High School is ranked #85 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Gov. Thomas Johnson High School often compared to?
Gov. Thomas Johnson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frederick High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gov. Thomas Johnson High School?
The graduation rate of Gov. Thomas Johnson High School is 91%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gov. Thomas Johnson High School?
1,841 students attend Gov. Thomas Johnson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Gov. Thomas Johnson High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gov. Thomas Johnson High School?
Gov. Thomas Johnson High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gov. Thomas Johnson High School offer ?
Gov. Thomas Johnson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gov. Thomas Johnson High School part of?
Gov. Thomas Johnson High School is part of Frederick County Public Schools School District.
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