Aberdeen High vs Damascus High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 93 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aberdeen High
Aberdeen · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,396 students
Damascus High
Damascus · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,390 students
| Measure | Aberdeen High Aberdeen, Maryland | Damascus High Damascus, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #87 of 197 | #33 of 197 |
| National rank | #6372 of 16,910 | #2035 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,396 | 1,390 |
| Enrollment | 1,396 | 1,390 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.6% | 30.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 74% |
| city | Aberdeen | Damascus |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Damascus High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.5 vs 57.7).
- •Damascus High does better on math proficiency (74% vs 45%).
- •Damascus High does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 64%).
- •Damascus High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.6% vs 51.6%).
- •Aberdeen High does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 16.2).
- •Aberdeen High is the larger school with 1,396 students compared with 1,390.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Aberdeen High better than Damascus High?
On the Success Index (US), Damascus High ranks higher (75.5 vs 57.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Aberdeen High and Damascus High?
About 93 km in a straight line, between Aberdeen and Damascus in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aberdeen High: 1,396. Damascus High: 1,390. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aberdeen High and Damascus High rank in Maryland?
Aberdeen High is 87th of 197 and Damascus High is 33rd of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).