Northwood High vs Walter Johnson High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northwood High
Rockville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,654 students
Walter Johnson High
Bethesda · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,016 students
| Measure | Northwood High Rockville, Maryland | Walter Johnson High Bethesda, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #136 of 197 | #10 of 197 |
| National rank | #10664 of 16,910 | #1054 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,654 | 3,016 |
| Enrollment | 1,654 | 3,016 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.4% | 19.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 78% |
| city | Rockville | Bethesda |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Walter Johnson High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.5 vs 41.2).
- •Walter Johnson High does better on math proficiency (78% vs 30%).
- •Walter Johnson High does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 49%).
- •Walter Johnson High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.8% vs 58.4%).
- •Northwood High does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 18.2).
- •Walter Johnson High is the larger school with 3,016 students compared with 1,654.
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 Northwood High better than Walter Johnson High?
On the Success Index (US), Walter Johnson High ranks higher (81.5 vs 41.2 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 Northwood High and Walter Johnson High?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Rockville and Bethesda in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northwood High: 1,654. Walter Johnson High: 3,016. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northwood High and Walter Johnson High rank in Maryland?
Northwood High is 136th of 197 and Walter Johnson High is 10th of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).