Albert Einstein High School is a four-year public high school in Kensington, Maryland, United States. It first opened in 1962 and is named after the German-born physicist Albert Einstein. It is part of the Montgomery County Public Schools system.
Serving 2,024 students in grades 9-12, Albert Einstein High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,024 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Albert Einstein High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
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Albert Einstein High School's student population of 2,024 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 141 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,024 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
141 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
White, Red, Columbia blue
School Motto
To provide every student with a culturally responsive and high quality education in a safe environment that embodies respect, honors individuality, supports risk-taking, and promotes social-emotional well-being.
Albert Einstein High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albert Einstein High School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#377 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
51%
23%
Black
16%
33%
White
22%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Albert Einstein High School's ranking?
Albert Einstein High School is ranked #377 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Albert Einstein High School often compared to?
Albert Einstein High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montgomery Blair High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Albert Einstein High School?
The graduation rate of Albert Einstein High School is 85%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Albert Einstein High School?
2,024 students attend Albert Einstein High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Albert Einstein High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Albert Einstein High School?
Albert Einstein High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Albert Einstein High School offer ?
Albert Einstein High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Albert Einstein High School part of?
Albert Einstein High School is part of Montgomery County Public Schools.
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