Very Good
#447 of 1,363 schools in MD
Top 33% in state
Col. Zadok Magruder High
High School · Montgomery County Public Schools
5939 Muncaster Mill Rd, Rockville, MD 20855
Enrollment
1,622
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,622
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#447 of 1,363
In Rockville
#20 of 32
public schools
In district
#112 of 206
Montgomery County Public Schools
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Col. Zadok Magruder High
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About Col. Zadok Magruder High
Col. Zadok Magruder High is a public high school in Rockville, MD, part of Montgomery County Public Schools. Col.
Zadok Magruder High serves approximately 1,622 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Col. Zadok Magruder High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #447 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Col. Zadok Magruder High show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- MD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Col. Zadok Magruder High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Col. Zadok Magruder High — Students at Col. Zadok Magruder High score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 27 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.
How Col. Zadok Magruder High Compares
See how Col. Zadok Magruder High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5939 Muncaster Mill Rd, Rockville, MD 20855
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Col. Zadok Magruder High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mill Creek Towne Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Maryvale Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rockville, see our Rockville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sequoyah Elementary Derwood | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Redland Middle Rockville | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Candlewood Elementary Rockville | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Cashell Elementary Rockville | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| NORBECK MONTESSORI CENTER Rockville | 2.0 mi | — |
| Flower Valley Elementary Rockville | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Mill Creek Towne Elementary Rockville | 2.2 mi | 8.8 |
| COVENANT LIFE SCHOOL Gaithersburg | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Earle B. Wood Middle Rockville | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary Rockville | 2.7 mi | 9.2 |
| ST PATRICK'S SCHOOL Rockville | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Maryvale Elementary Rockville | 2.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Carl Sandburg Center Rockville | 2.9 mi | 2.2 |
| Rockville High Rockville | 3.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Shady Grove Middle Gaithersburg | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Meadow Hall Elementary Rockville | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| OLNEY ADVENTIST PREPARATORY Olney | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
| WASHINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Olney | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Rock Creek Valley Elementary Rockville | 3.4 mi | 7.2 |
| College Gardens Elementary Rockville | 3.1 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20855 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$147,708
Median Home Value
$614,900
Median Rent
$2,405/mo
Population
16,557
College Educated
67.8%
Homeownership
77.9%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
41.8
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|---|---|
| Broadneck High Annapolis, MD | 7.3 |
| C. Milton Wright High Bel Air, MD | 7.3 |
| Northern High Owings, MD | 7.3 |
| Albert Einstein High Kensington, MD | 7.2 |
| Stephen Decatur High Berlin, MD | 7.2 |
| Towson High Towson, MD | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Col. Zadok Magruder High
What grades does Col. Zadok Magruder High serve?
Col. Zadok Magruder High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Col. Zadok Magruder High?
Col. Zadok Magruder High has an enrollment of approximately 1,622 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Col. Zadok Magruder High?
The student-teacher ratio at Col. Zadok Magruder High is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Col. Zadok Magruder High rank in MD?
Col. Zadok Magruder High ranks #447 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Col. Zadok Magruder High's MySchoolScout rating?
Col. Zadok Magruder High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Col. Zadok Magruder High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Col. Zadok Magruder High has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Col. Zadok Magruder High a charter school?
No, Col. Zadok Magruder High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Col. Zadok Magruder High a Title I school?
No, Col. Zadok Magruder High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Col. Zadok Magruder High?
45.5% of students at Col. Zadok Magruder High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,622
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 106
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.0%
- Phone
- (240) 740-5550
- 4-Year Graduation
- 89.0%
Resources & Links
District
Montgomery County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 160,223
- Schools in District
- 211
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,456
- District Rank
- #112 of 206
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