Albert Einstein High School is a four-year public high school in Kensington, Maryland, United States. It first opened in 1962 and is named after the German-born physicist Albert Einstein. It is part of the Montgomery County Public Schools system.
Serving 1,991 students in grades 9-12, Albert Einstein High School ranks in the top 30% 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 31% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority 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: 1,991 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Albert Einstein High serves the southeast part of Kensington, MD, covering an area of approximately 6.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albert Einstein High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Albert Einstein High School's student population of 1,991 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 134 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,991 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
134 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Motto
To provide every student with a culturally responsive and high quality education in a safe environment that embodies respect, honors individuality, supports risk-taking, and promotes social-emotional well-being.
School Rankings
Albert Einstein High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albert Einstein High School is 0.68, 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
#377 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
49%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-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 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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
White, Red, Columbia blue
School Mascot
Titans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albert Einstein High School's ranking?
Albert Einstein High School is ranked #377 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Albert Einstein High School often compared to?
Albert Einstein High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montgomery Blair High School, Bethesda-chevy Chase High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Albert Einstein High School?
The graduation rate of Albert Einstein High School is 85%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 85.8%.
How many students attend Albert Einstein High School?
1,991 students attend Albert Einstein High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Albert Einstein High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Albert Einstein High School?
Albert Einstein High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Albert Einstein High School offer ?
Albert Einstein High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Albert Einstein High School part of?
Albert Einstein High School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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