Serving 2,038 students in grades 9-12, Paint Branch High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,038 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Paint Branch High serves the eastern part of Burtonsville, MD, covering an area of approximately 17.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paint Branch High School's student population of 2,038 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 131 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,038 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
131 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1969
School Rankings
Paint Branch High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paint Branch High School is 0.59, 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
#678 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
58%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paint Branch High School's ranking?
Paint Branch High School is ranked #678 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Paint Branch High School often compared to?
Paint Branch High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Hubert Blake High School, Springbrook High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paint Branch High School?
The graduation rate of Paint Branch High School is 90%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 85.8%.
How many students attend Paint Branch High School?
2,038 students attend Paint Branch High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Paint Branch High School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paint Branch High School?
Paint Branch High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paint Branch High School offer ?
Paint Branch High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Paint Branch High School part of?
Paint Branch High School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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