Springbrook High School is an American public high school, located in Montgomery County, Maryland, in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. It is located within the White Oak census-designated place, and has a Silver Spring mailing address. It is between the Colesville and White Oak communities.
Serving 1,874 students in grades 9-12, Springbrook 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 27% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,874 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springbrook High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Springbrook High School's student population of 1,874 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,874 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
Navy Blue, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Springbrook High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springbrook 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
#400 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
46%
23%
Black
37%
33%
White
4%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Devil
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springbrook High School's ranking?
Springbrook High School is ranked #400 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Springbrook High School often compared to?
Springbrook High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Hubert Blake High School, Paint Branch High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Springbrook High School?
The graduation rate of Springbrook High School is 82%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Springbrook High School?
1,874 students attend Springbrook High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Springbrook High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springbrook High School?
Springbrook High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Springbrook High School offer ?
Springbrook High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Springbrook High School part of?
Springbrook High School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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