Average
#644 of 1,363 schools in MD
Top 47% in state
Paint Branch High
High School · Montgomery County Public Schools
14121 Old Columbia Pike, Burtonsville, MD 20866
Enrollment
2,115
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,115
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#644 of 1,363
In Burtonsville
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#143 of 206
Montgomery County Public Schools
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Paint Branch High
Paint Branch High is a public high school in Burtonsville, MD, part of Montgomery County Public Schools. Paint Branch High serves approximately 2,115 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Paint Branch High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #644 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Paint Branch High show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- MD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Paint Branch High is a large school: 2,115 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
32% of students at Paint Branch 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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Paint Branch High — Students at Paint Branch High score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 28 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: 7.1/10.
How Paint Branch High Compares
See how Paint Branch 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
14121 Old Columbia Pike, Burtonsville, MD 20866
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Paint Branch High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Silver Spring), which scores notably higher. Another option is William Tyler Page Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Silver Spring), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FORCEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Silver Spring), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Burtonsville, see our Burtonsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Greencastle Elementary Silver Spring | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Fairland Elementary Silver Spring | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Benjamin Banneker Middle Burtonsville | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Galway Elementary Silver Spring | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Burtonsville Elementary Burtonsville | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| ECHELON ACADEMY Burtonsville | 1.7 mi | — |
| CHILDWAY Burtonsville | 1.8 mi | — |
| FORCEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Silver Spring | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| SPENCERVILLE ADVENTIST ACADEMY Spencerville | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Briggs Chaney Middle Silver Spring | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| JOURNEY SCHOOL Spencerville | 2.2 mi | — |
| PAINT BRANCH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Spencerville | 2.3 mi | — |
| Calverton Elementary Beltsville | 2.3 mi | 3.9 |
| William Tyler Page Elementary Silver Spring | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary Silver Spring | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| BELTSVILLE ADVENTIST SCHOOL Beltsville | 2.7 mi | 3.8 |
| High Point High Beltsville | 3.0 mi | 4.5 |
| James E. Duckworth Beltsville | 3.1 mi | 2.3 |
| Chesapeake Math and IT Public Charter Laurel | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Cannon Road Elementary Silver Spring | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20866 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$134,682
Median Home Value
$434,400
Median Rent
$2,203/mo
Population
16,499
College Educated
43.5%
Homeownership
78.3%
Avg Commute
36.1 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
38.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arundel High Gambrills, MD | 6.5 |
| Dulaney High Timonium, MD | 6.5 |
| Oxon Hill High Oxon Hill, MD | 6.5 |
| Edgewood High Edgewood, MD | 6.4 |
| Oakland Mills High Columbia, MD | 6.6 |
| Annapolis High Annapolis, MD | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Paint Branch High
What grades does Paint Branch High serve?
Paint Branch High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Paint Branch High?
Paint Branch High has an enrollment of approximately 2,115 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Paint Branch High?
The student-teacher ratio at Paint Branch High is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Paint Branch High rank in MD?
Paint Branch High ranks #644 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Paint Branch High's MySchoolScout rating?
Paint Branch High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Paint Branch High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Paint Branch High has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Paint Branch High a charter school?
No, Paint Branch High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Paint Branch High a Title I school?
No, Paint Branch High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Paint Branch High?
53.9% of students at Paint Branch 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
- 2,115
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 134
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.7%
- Phone
- (301) 388-9900
- 4-Year Graduation
- 91.0%
Resources & Links
District
Montgomery County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 160,223
- Schools in District
- 211
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,456
- District Rank
- #143 of 206
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