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Richard Montgomery High

Summary:

Richard Montgomery High is a public magnet high school located in Rockville, Maryland, serving grades 9-12 with a total enrollment of 2,390 students. It is part of the Montgomery County Public Schools district, which is ranked 7th out of 25 districts in Maryland and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Richard Montgomery High consistently ranks among the top high schools in Maryland, ranking 41st out of 146 schools in the 2023-2024 school year and receiving a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's students perform exceptionally well on standardized tests, with 67.1% of 10th-grade students and 67.1% of all students proficient or better in MCAP/English Language Arts in 2023-2024, significantly higher than the Montgomery County and Maryland averages. However, the school's performance in MCAP/Mathematics is relatively lower, with only 6.4% of students proficient or better in 2023-2024, compared to the district and state averages. Richard Montgomery High has a diverse student population, with a racial makeup of 27.91% White, 14.69% African American, 27.15% Hispanic, and 23.68% Asian in the 2022-2023 school year, which is notable compared to nearby schools like Walter Johnson High and Winston Churchill High, which have higher percentages of White and Asian students.

The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at Richard Montgomery High has increased from 24.07% in 2020-2021 to 33.26% in 2022-2023, indicating a growing population of economically disadvantaged students. This rate is lower than some nearby schools, such as Gaithersburg High and Wheaton High, which have free and reduced-price lunch rates above 50%. Richard Montgomery High has a relatively high per-student spending of $14,471 in the 2020-2021 school year, which is higher than the state average and some of the nearby schools. Despite its diverse student population, Richard Montgomery High has been able to maintain strong academic outcomes across different racial groups, suggesting that the school may have effective strategies in place to support the academic success of students from diverse backgrounds.


Detail:

Public, Magnet 9-12

 250 Richard Montgomery Dr
       Rockville, MD  20852-1147

(240) 740-6100

District: Montgomery County Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
41st of 146 Maryland High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $16,178 Help


Feeder schools for Richard Montgomery High:

Elementary:    Bayard Rustin Elementary
    Beall Elementary
    College Gardens Elementary
    Ritchie Park Elementary
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Middle:    Julius West Middle

Student/teacher ratio:  17.7 Help
Number of students:  2,390

Racial breakdown:

White:
27.9%
Hispanic:
27.2%
Asian:
23.7%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  33.3% Help


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Compare Details Richard Montgomery High ranks better than 71.9% of high schools in Maryland. It also ranks 10th among 13 ranked high schools in the Montgomery County Public Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 55.77. (See more...)
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The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Richard Montgomery High who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at Richard Montgomery High is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (27.9%), Hispanic (27.2%), Asian (23.7%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 33.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Richard Montgomery High is 17.7. 21 high schools in the Montgomery County Public Schools District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare Richard Montgomery High employs 134.4 full-time teachers.
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Richard Montgomery High is $16,178. 24 high schools in the Montgomery County Public Schools District spend more per student.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Richard Montgomery High was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.
SchoolDigger ranks Richard Montgomery High 41st of 146 Maryland public high schools. (See Richard Montgomery High in the ranking list.)

Montgomery County Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Montgomery County Public Schools 7th of 25 Maryland school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Richard Montgomery High

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Rank History for all students at Richard Montgomery High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 50.88 68th 201 66.2%
2005 69.16 32nd 204 84.3%
2006 64.18 61st 204 70.1%
2007 65.09 70th 209 66.5%
2008 74.12 67th 214 68.7%
2009 76.14 49th 213 77.0%
2010 77.23 50th 220 77.3%
2011 65.16 76th 183 58.5%
2012 74.52 49th 187 73.8%
2013 71.32 60th 185 67.6%
2014 77.23 58th 231 74.9%
2015 66.92 52nd 233 77.7%
2016 64.89 67th 233 71.2%
2017 67.83 34th 180 81.1%
2018 68.56 34th 197 82.7%
2019 60.10 46th 138 66.7%
2021 73.21 10th 32 68.8%
2022 74.52 15th 225 93.3%
2023 57.78 35th 127 72.4%
2024 55.77 41st 146 71.9%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Richard Montgomery High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 36.98 2nd 2 0.0%
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Rank History for Male students at Richard Montgomery High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 70.96 11th 35 68.6%
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Rank History for Asian students at Richard Montgomery High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 72.45 5th 25 80.0%
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Rank History for White students at Richard Montgomery High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 79.09 11th 40 72.5%
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Data source: test scores: Maryland State Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Maryland State Department of Education

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Reviews:
by a parent
Sunday, January 15, 2012

Open Quote Military Mom here. Overall the school teaching methods are first rate. However, if you have an individual concern the common theme is "WE have 2000 students here" and are unable to help you or your student. Math teacher upset summer homework was not completed by my son when we just arrived 2 weeks prior to school beginning from overseas. Math policy was vague concerning calculators and teacher faulted my son. Husband and I got involved with admin even school board. Outcome Math policy changed following year and my son got a C in class. He was a straight A student before and after this teacher. Bottom line no compassion. Quality education by mostly Master degreed teachers, but no positive thoughts about your kid here only emphasize taking AP classes so they can up their rating. If your kid has a problem with a teacher, personality clash, get involved with guidance counselor and move them out of the class. My easy going son thought he could handle but teacher was ruthless entire semester. Good news she did not ruin his academic scholarship to college of his choice. Close Quote


by a student
Friday, December 18, 2009

Open Quote I currently attend RM, and it is an amazing experience with great faculty, students, and work. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Richard Montgomery High

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 753 180 202 164 4 n/a n/a 0 1303
1990 727 173 203 175 4 n/a n/a 0 1282
1991 788 174 224 187 2 n/a n/a 0 1375
1992 824 187 234 195 4 n/a n/a 0 1444
1993 823 172 237 208 5 n/a n/a 0 1445
1994 882 166 233 217 3 n/a n/a 0 1501
1995 881 210 247 192 3 n/a n/a 0 1533
1996 881 210 247 192 3 n/a n/a 0 1533
1997 876 218 244 196 7 n/a n/a 0 1541
1998 908 212 273 200 8 n/a n/a 0 1601
1999 927 205 257 219 8 n/a n/a 0 1616
2000 896 207 270 231 7 n/a n/a 0 1611
2001 908 196 287 251 4 n/a n/a 0 1646
2002 889 238 367 272 5 n/a n/a 0 1771
2003 889 238 367 272 5 n/a n/a 0 1771
2004 898 262 397 283 3 n/a n/a 0 1843
2005 882 287 436 307 4 n/a n/a 0 1916
2006 890 317 424 309 4 n/a n/a 0 1944
2007 858 327 454 281 4 n/a n/a 0 1924
2008 783 326 475 282 7 n/a n/a 0 1873
2009 828 332 478 311 4 n/a n/a 0 1953
2010 805 349 525 362 8 n/a n/a 0 2049
2011 711 317 509 417 5 0 85 0 2044
2012 681 306 537 467 4 0 105 0 2100
2013 666 321 537 481 3 0 116 0 2124
2014 650 341 558 495 3 1 118 0 2166
2015 659 356 553 515 5 1 107 0 2196
2016 684 342 572 526 6 1 113 0 2244
2017 705 395 620 558 6 0 107 0 2391
2018 716 425 600 568 2 0 117 0 2428
2019 731 419 645 564 3 1 120 0 2483
2020 729 430 615 591 3 2 135 0 2505
2021 699 399 586 577 4 2 143 0 2410
2022 699 364 566 559 7 3 132 4 2334
2023 667 351 566 649 9 1 138 9 2390

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Richard Montgomery High

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 1303 92.6 14.0 n/a
1990 1282 88.7 14.4 6.5
1991 1375 91.8 14.9 7.7
1992 1444 89.8 16.0 9.6
1993 1445 91.4 15.8 9.6
1994 1501 89.9 16.7 12.6
1995 1533 87.0 17.6 11.1
1996 1533 87.0 17.6 11.1
1997 1541 88.0 17.5 11.2
1998 1601 92.2 17.4 10.7
1999 1616 92.3 17.5 10.2
2000 1611 99.4 16.2 13.1
2001 1646 101.5 16.2 10
2002 1771 99.9 17.7 11.7
2003 1771 99.9 17.7 11.7
2004 1843 111.5 16.5 12.5
2005 1916 109.0 17.6 11.2
2006 1944 115.0 16.9 14.7
2007 1924 118.5 16.2 14.9
2008 1873 110.6 16.9 16.3
2009 1953 110.8 17.6 15.6
2010 2049 117.1 17.5 17.9
2011 2044 113.9 17.9 18.1
2012 2100 116.6 18.0 20.6
2013 2124 119.2 17.8 20.6
2014 2166 121.8 17.7 19.3
2015 2196 123.0 17.8 20.5
2016 2244 120.0 18.7 18.4
2017 2391 129.3 18.4 19.8
2018 2428 138.3 17.5 20.1
2019 2483 135.0 18.3 19.8
2020 2505 139.2 17.9 19.4
2021 2410 136.4 17.6 24.1
2022 2334 134.6 17.3 26.8
2023 2390 134.4 17.7 33.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Richard Montgomery High

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 1303 92.6 14.0 n/a
1990 1282 88.7 14.4 6.5
1991 1375 91.8 14.9 7.7
1992 1444 89.8 16.0 9.6
1993 1445 91.4 15.8 9.6
1994 1501 89.9 16.7 12.6
1995 1533 87.0 17.6 11.1
1996 1533 87.0 17.6 11.1
1997 1541 88.0 17.5 11.2
1998 1601 92.2 17.4 10.7
1999 1616 92.3 17.5 10.2
2000 1611 99.4 16.2 13.1
2001 1646 101.5 16.2 10
2002 1771 99.9 17.7 11.7
2003 1771 99.9 17.7 11.7
2004 1843 111.5 16.5 12.5
2005 1916 109.0 17.6 11.2
2006 1944 115.0 16.9 14.7
2007 1924 118.5 16.2 14.9
2008 1873 110.6 16.9 16.3
2009 1953 110.8 17.6 15.6
2010 2049 117.1 17.5 17.9
2011 2044 113.9 17.9 18.1
2012 2100 116.6 18.0 20.6
2013 2124 119.2 17.8 20.6
2014 2166 121.8 17.7 19.3
2015 2196 123.0 17.8 20.5
2016 2244 120.0 18.7 18.4
2017 2391 129.3 18.4 19.8
2018 2428 138.3 17.5 20.1
2019 2483 135.0 18.3 19.8
2020 2505 139.2 17.9 19.4
2021 2410 136.4 17.6 24.1
2022 2334 134.6 17.3 26.8
2023 2390 134.4 17.7 33.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Richard Montgomery High

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $474 (3.6%) $12,785 (96.4%) $13,259
2020 $430 (3.2%) $13,063 (96.8%) $13,493
2021 $792 (5.5%) $13,679 (94.5%) $14,471
2022 $1,374 (9.4%) $13,255 (90.6%) $14,629
2023 $1,040 (6.4%) $15,138 (93.6%) $16,178

Data source: Maryland Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Richard Montgomery High

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

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Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 46th of 138 High schoolsRanks 35th of 127 High schools
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Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students24832390
 3.7%
African American419351
 16.2%
American Indian39
 200%
Asian645566
 12.2%
Hispanic564649
 15.1%
Pacific Islander11
White731667
 8.8%
Two or More Races120138
 15%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients19.8%33.3%
 13.5%

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Students at Richard Montgomery High are 28% White, 27% Hispanic, 24% Asian, 15% African American, 6% Two or more races.

Richard Montgomery High ranks 41st of 146 Maryland high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

In the 2022-23 school year, 2,390 students attended Richard Montgomery High.

Richard Montgomery High is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Bayard Rustin Elementary
Elementary : Beall Elementary
Elementary : College Gardens Elementary
Elementary : Ritchie Park Elementary
Elementary : Twinbrook Elementary
Middle : Julius West Middle


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