Richard Montgomery High vs Thomas S. Wootton High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Richard Montgomery High
Rockville · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,366 students
Thomas S. Wootton High
Rockville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,870 students
| Measure | Richard Montgomery High Rockville, Maryland | Thomas S. Wootton High Rockville, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #35 of 197 | #5 of 197 |
| National rank | #2152 of 16,910 | #690 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,366 | 1,870 |
| Enrollment | 2,366 | 1,870 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.3% | 13.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 91% |
| Math proficiency | 74% | 87% |
| city | Rockville | Rockville |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas S. Wootton High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.5 vs 75.0).
- •Thomas S. Wootton High does better on math proficiency (87% vs 74%).
- •Thomas S. Wootton High does better on reading proficiency (91% vs 75%).
- •Thomas S. Wootton High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.4% vs 29.3%).
- •Richard Montgomery High does better on students per teacher (17.7 vs 18.5).
- •Richard Montgomery High is the larger school with 2,366 students compared with 1,870.
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 Richard Montgomery High better than Thomas S. Wootton High?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas S. Wootton High ranks higher (84.5 vs 75.0 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 Richard Montgomery High and Thomas S. Wootton High?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Rockville and Rockville in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Richard Montgomery High: 2,366. Thomas S. Wootton High: 1,870. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Richard Montgomery High and Thomas S. Wootton High rank in Maryland?
Richard Montgomery High is 35th of 197 and Thomas S. Wootton High is 5th of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).