Summary:
Zip code 20851 in Rockville, Maryland, is home to a single high school, Rockville High, which serves grades 9 through 12 as part of the Montgomery County Public Schools district.
Rockville High presents a striking academic paradox. The school excels in English Language Arts, with 68.8% of students proficient in the 2025-2026 school year, significantly outperforming both the district (58.5%) and state (51.7%) averages. However, mathematics proficiency is a major concern, with only 6.5% of students proficient—a figure dramatically lower than the district (36.9%) and state (27.1%). This disparity is further highlighted by a reported 0% math proficiency in the 2024-2025 school year, which, if accurate, indicates a severe challenge that has only slightly improved. The school's state ranking has also been volatile, dropping from a 4-star rating (81st percentile) in 2024-2025 to a 3-star rating (69th percentile) in 2025-2026.
Beyond test scores, chronic absenteeism is a critical red flag, with 38.7% of students chronically absent—71% higher than the district average of 22.6%. This likely contributes to the school's academic instability and low math performance. Despite spending $21,353 per student, a relatively high figure, the investment has not translated into math success. The graduation rate is 88.3%, nearly matching the district average, but the dropout rate of 8.7% is slightly higher. With 46.71% of students receiving free or reduced-price meals, the school serves a significant low-income population, adding context to its challenges.
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