Montgomery Blair High vs Walter Johnson High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 10 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Montgomery Blair High
Silver Spring · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,266 students
Walter Johnson High
Bethesda · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,016 students
| Measure | Montgomery Blair High Silver Spring, Maryland | Walter Johnson High Bethesda, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #67 of 197 | #10 of 197 |
| National rank | #4963 of 16,910 | #1054 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 3,266 | 3,016 |
| Enrollment | 3,266 | 3,016 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.6% | 19.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 78% |
| city | Silver Spring | Bethesda |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Walter Johnson High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.5 vs 63.3).
- •Walter Johnson High does better on math proficiency (78% vs 58%).
- •Walter Johnson High does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 65%).
- •Walter Johnson High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.8% vs 43.6%).
- •Montgomery Blair High does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 18.2).
- •Montgomery Blair High is the larger school with 3,266 students compared with 3,016.
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 Montgomery Blair High better than Walter Johnson High?
On the Success Index (US), Walter Johnson High ranks higher (81.5 vs 63.3 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 Montgomery Blair High and Walter Johnson High?
About 10 km in a straight line, between Silver Spring and Bethesda in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Montgomery Blair High: 3,266. Walter Johnson High: 3,016. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Montgomery Blair High and Walter Johnson High rank in Maryland?
Montgomery Blair High is 67th of 197 and Walter Johnson High is 10th of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).