Best Damascus Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,390 students in Damascus, MD.
The top-ranked public high school in Damascus, MD is Damascus High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Damascus, MD public high school have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in Damascus have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public high schools.
Damascus, MD public high school have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Damascus High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 69% (majority Black).

Best Public High Schools in Damascus, MD (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Damascus High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
25921 Ridge Rd
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 207-2400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,390 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Damascus, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in Damascus, MD include Damascus High School.
How many public high schools are located in Damascus?
1 public high schools are located in Damascus.
What is the racial composition of students in Damascus?
Damascus public high schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 69% (majority Black).

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