Serving 2,241 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 17:1 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 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,241 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Clarksburg High serves the northwest part of Clarksburg, MD, covering an attendance area of approximately 37.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.7 miles.
- 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
School Overview
Clarksburg High School's student population of 2,241 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 131 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,241 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
131 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
26%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Carolina blue
School Mascot
Coyote
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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 85.8%.
How many students attend Clarksburg High School?
2,241 students attend Clarksburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Clarksburg High School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 26% 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 17:1, 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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