Thomas S. Wootton High

Summary:

Thomas S. Wootton High is a public high school in Rockville, Maryland, serving 1,911 students in grades 9-12. 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.

Wootton High consistently ranks among the top high schools in Maryland, with a statewide ranking between 2nd and 7th place over the past several years. Its students significantly outperform the state and county averages in standardized tests, with 85.1% of 10th graders proficient or better in MCAP English Language Arts, compared to 61% for Montgomery County and 55.3% for the state. The school's student population is more racially balanced than many nearby schools, with higher representation of African American and Hispanic students than at schools like Walter Johnson High and Winston Churchill High. Additionally, Wootton High has a relatively low percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, at 12.77%, significantly lower than nearby schools like Gaithersburg High (65.33%) and Col. Zadok Magruder High (65.8%).

Wootton High's consistent academic excellence, balanced student population, and efficient resource allocation make it a standout institution in the Montgomery County Public Schools district. Its lower per-student spending compared to some nearby schools, such as Rockville High ($18,914) and John L Gildner Regional Inst for Children & Adol ($58,637), suggests that the school is able to achieve its high academic outcomes with relatively efficient resource allocation.


Detail:

Public 9-12

 2100 Wootton Pkwy
       Rockville, MD  20850-3037


(240) 740-1500

District: Montgomery County Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
2nd of 146 Maryland High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $16,616 Help


Feeder schools for Thomas S. Wootton High:

Elementary:    Cold Spring Elementary
    DuFief Elementary
    Fallsmead Elementary
    Lakewood Elementary
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Middle:    Robert Frost Middle School

Student/teacher ratio:  18.2 Help
Number of students:  1,911

Racial breakdown:

Asian:
38.3%
White:
37.2%
African American:
11.7%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  12.8% Help


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Compare Details Thomas S. Wootton High ranks better than 98.6% of high schools in Maryland. It also ranks 2nd 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 85.47. (See more...)
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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 Racial makeup is: Asian (38.3%), White (37.2%), African American (11.7%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 12.8% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Thomas S. Wootton High is 18.2. 23 high schools in the Montgomery County Public Schools District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare Thomas S. Wootton High employs 104.6 full-time teachers.
Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Thomas S. Wootton High is $16,616. 22 high schools in the Montgomery County Public Schools District spend more per student.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Thomas S. Wootton High was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.
SchoolDigger ranks Thomas S. Wootton High 2nd of 146 Maryland public high schools. (See Thomas S. Wootton 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 Thomas S. Wootton High

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Rank History for all students at Thomas S. Wootton High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 60.89 17th 201 91.5%
2005 81.47 9th 204 95.6%
2006 81.15 11th 204 94.6%
2007 83.00 6th 209 97.1%
2008 84.21 8th 214 96.3%
2009 83.52 10th 213 95.3%
2010 85.03 12th 220 94.5%
2011 84.33 18th 183 90.2%
2012 84.36 10th 187 94.7%
2013 83.01 19th 185 89.7%
2014 81.48 17th 231 92.6%
2015 73.38 30th 233 87.1%
2016 80.84 14th 233 94.0%
2018 85.63 7th 197 96.4%
2019 83.77 8th 138 94.2%
2021 91.85 3rd 32 90.6%
2022 84.90 7th 225 96.9%
2023 80.72 5th 127 96.1%
2024 85.47 2nd 146 98.6%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Thomas S. Wootton High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 79.57 1st 2 50.0%
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Rank History for Female students at Thomas S. Wootton High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 90.76 3rd 31 90.3%
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Rank History for Male students at Thomas S. Wootton High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 92.76 3rd 35 91.4%
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Rank History for Asian students at Thomas S. Wootton High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 87.66 3rd 25 88.0%
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Rank History for African American students at Thomas S. Wootton High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 84.10 6th 14 57.1%
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Rank History for White students at Thomas S. Wootton High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 88.54 3rd 40 92.5%
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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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Reviews:
by a parent
Saturday, December 14, 2019

Open Quote it's just terrible. Close Quote


by a student
Friday, April 20, 2018

Open Quote Was a fun environment to learn with really smart teachers, especially the science teachers. Understand that you won't get a good education even there are good teachers. It is you that has to put in the work. That's why slackers are giving it 1 star ratings. Close Quote


by a parent
Thursday, February 13, 2014

Open Quote Thomas S. Wootton High School is one of the best high schools in the State of Maryland, it consistently achieves top academic top scores along with a thriving environment which supports many diverse student interests via student clubs, theatre, music, and sports. The Wootton administration is very serious about fostering an environment for students to do well. Parents are very involved in making sure Wootton stays on the top of its game. The student composition at Wootton tend to come from very well educated and upper middle class if not wealthy backgrounds. We looked at several of the "W" high schools and found there are more students at Wootton who are driven to do well through merit but are also more down to earth. Intelligence, creativity in solving complex problems, and hard work is valued. There is less of a problem with distractions such as "designer drugs", snobbery, and bullying that permeate some of the other schools. Close Quote


by a parent
Sunday, May 22, 2011

Open Quote Diverse student body, forward-thinking Principal, faculty and staff, challenging curriculum that has something for everyone and will NOT leave a student "out there flappin'", great activities and clubs, excellent athletics and dedicated coaches, highly involved parents, focus on anti-bullying, safe suburban location. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Thomas S. Wootton High

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 1318 77 246 54 2 n/a n/a 0 1697
1990 1156 72 270 53 6 n/a n/a -1 1556
1991 1050 84 291 57 7 n/a n/a 0 1489
1992 1021 77 315 61 5 n/a n/a 0 1479
1993 982 74 368 53 2 n/a n/a 0 1479
1994 988 69 379 50 1 n/a n/a 0 1487
1995 1053 66 409 58 2 n/a n/a 0 1588
1996 1053 66 409 58 2 n/a n/a 0 1588
1997 1091 87 438 61 3 n/a n/a 0 1680
1998 1079 83 444 61 4 n/a n/a 0 1671
1999 1089 90 482 59 4 n/a n/a 0 1724
2000 1145 100 493 72 4 n/a n/a 0 1814
2001 1161 82 523 80 5 n/a n/a 0 1851
2002 1279 86 622 94 3 n/a n/a 0 2084
2003 1279 86 622 94 3 n/a n/a 0 2084
2004 1320 96 720 105 4 n/a n/a 0 2245
2005 1322 119 783 120 2 n/a n/a 0 2346
2006 1328 145 828 101 5 n/a n/a 0 2407
2007 1360 153 847 118 4 n/a n/a 0 2482
2008 1364 146 827 128 5 n/a n/a 0 2470
2009 1343 143 851 119 3 n/a n/a 0 2459
2010 1329 129 828 126 2 n/a n/a 0 2414
2011 1201 125 795 173 2 5 108 0 2409
2012 1118 124 801 160 5 4 106 0 2318
2013 1114 129 782 155 5 1 111 0 2297
2014 1067 144 784 159 3 0 102 0 2259
2015 1012 148 778 168 3 0 82 0 2191
2016 1019 145 784 167 2 0 89 0 2206
2017 998 133 804 162 2 1 89 0 2189
2018 944 136 791 165 2 1 95 0 2134
2019 930 157 760 152 3 1 104 0 2107
2020 881 176 787 169 1 1 101 0 2116
2021 816 211 743 169 2 0 95 1 2037
2022 775 230 699 155 4 0 77 3 1943
2023 711 224 732 157 4 0 80 3 1911

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 Thomas S. Wootton High

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 1697 97.8 17.3 n/a
1990 1556 87.9 17.7 0.8
1991 1489 79.9 18.6 0.6
1992 1479 80.8 18.3 0.9
1993 1479 80.5 18.4 0.9
1994 1487 81.8 18.2 0.9
1995 1588 83.0 19.1 2.1
1996 1588 83.0 19.1 2.1
1997 1680 86.2 19.5 2
1998 1671 88.1 19.0 1.6
1999 1724 88.2 19.5 2.6
2000 1814 98.2 18.5 2.1
2001 1851 102.4 18.1 2.3
2002 2084 103.2 20.2 2.4
2003 2084 103.2 20.2 2.4
2004 2245 116.7 19.2 3.1
2005 2346 125.0 18.8 4.1
2006 2407 129.0 18.7 4.2
2007 2482 138.7 17.9 3.7
2008 2470 144.2 17.1 4.7
2009 2459 138.2 17.8 4.2
2010 2414 133.2 18.1 4.8
2011 2409 128.8 18.7 4.9
2012 2318 128.4 18.0 4.2
2013 2297 127.0 18.0 5.5
2014 2259 121.4 18.6 5
2015 2191 119.0 18.4 5.2
2016 2206 116.0 19.0 5.5
2017 2189 118.6 18.4 5.2
2018 2134 118.4 18.0 4.9
2019 2107 116.0 18.1 5.2
2020 2116 114.2 18.5 5.2
2021 2037 113.6 17.9 6.8
2022 1943 111.8 17.3 8
2023 1911 104.6 18.2 12.8

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 Thomas S. Wootton High

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 1697 97.8 17.3 n/a
1990 1556 87.9 17.7 0.8
1991 1489 79.9 18.6 0.6
1992 1479 80.8 18.3 0.9
1993 1479 80.5 18.4 0.9
1994 1487 81.8 18.2 0.9
1995 1588 83.0 19.1 2.1
1996 1588 83.0 19.1 2.1
1997 1680 86.2 19.5 2
1998 1671 88.1 19.0 1.6
1999 1724 88.2 19.5 2.6
2000 1814 98.2 18.5 2.1
2001 1851 102.4 18.1 2.3
2002 2084 103.2 20.2 2.4
2003 2084 103.2 20.2 2.4
2004 2245 116.7 19.2 3.1
2005 2346 125.0 18.8 4.1
2006 2407 129.0 18.7 4.2
2007 2482 138.7 17.9 3.7
2008 2470 144.2 17.1 4.7
2009 2459 138.2 17.8 4.2
2010 2414 133.2 18.1 4.8
2011 2409 128.8 18.7 4.9
2012 2318 128.4 18.0 4.2
2013 2297 127.0 18.0 5.5
2014 2259 121.4 18.6 5
2015 2191 119.0 18.4 5.2
2016 2206 116.0 19.0 5.5
2017 2189 118.6 18.4 5.2
2018 2134 118.4 18.0 4.9
2019 2107 116.0 18.1 5.2
2020 2116 114.2 18.5 5.2
2021 2037 113.6 17.9 6.8
2022 1943 111.8 17.3 8
2023 1911 104.6 18.2 12.8

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 Thomas S. Wootton High

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $489 (3.5%) $13,324 (96.5%) $13,812
2020 $431 (3.2%) $13,198 (96.8%) $13,630
2021 $772 (5.3%) $13,820 (94.7%) $14,592
2022 $1,391 (9.4%) $13,408 (90.6%) $14,800
2023 $1,054 (6.3%) $15,562 (93.7%) $16,616

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

Impact of COVID-19 on Thomas S. Wootton 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

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 8th of 138 High schoolsRanks 5th of 127 High schools
 1.9%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students21071911
 9.3%
African American157224
 42.7%
American Indian34
 33.3%
Asian760732
 3.7%
Hispanic152157
 3.3%
Pacific Islander10
 100%
White930711
 23.5%
Two or More Races10480
 23.1%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients5.2%12.8%
 7.6%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Thomas S. Wootton High

In the 2022-23 school year, 1,911 students attended Thomas S. Wootton High.

Students at Thomas S. Wootton High are 38% Asian, 37% White, 12% African American, 8% Hispanic, 4% Two or more races.

Yes! Thomas S. Wootton High is one of the best high schools in the state. It ranks 2nd of 146 Maryland high schools.

Thomas S. Wootton High is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Cold Spring Elementary
Elementary : DuFief Elementary
Elementary : Fallsmead Elementary
Elementary : Lakewood Elementary
Elementary : Stone Mill Elementary
Elementary : Travilah Elementary
Middle : Robert Frost Middle School


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