Serving 1,163 students in grades 9-12, Maurice J. Mcdonough High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Maurice J. McDonough High School serves the west part of Pomfret, MD, covering an attendance area of approximately 73.6 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest boundary located 13.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maurice J. Mcdonough High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Maurice J. Mcdonough High School's student population of 1,163 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,163 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1977
School Rankings
Maurice J. Mcdonough High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maurice J. Mcdonough High School is 0.65, which is less 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
#605 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
53%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
21%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
91%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maurice J. Mcdonough High School's ranking?
Maurice J. Mcdonough High School is ranked #605 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Maurice J. Mcdonough High School often compared to?
Maurice J. Mcdonough High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Plata High School, North Point High School, Henry E. Lackey High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Maurice J. Mcdonough High School?
The graduation rate of Maurice J. Mcdonough High School is 91%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 85.8%.
How many students attend Maurice J. Mcdonough High School?
1,163 students attend Maurice J. Mcdonough High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Maurice J. Mcdonough High School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maurice J. Mcdonough High School?
Maurice J. Mcdonough High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maurice J. Mcdonough High School offer ?
Maurice J. Mcdonough High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Maurice J. Mcdonough High School part of?
Maurice J. Mcdonough High School is part of Charles County School District.
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