Winston Churchill High School, often referred to as WCHS, Churchill High School, CHS or Churchill, is a public high school in Potomac, Maryland, United States, an unincorporated section of Montgomery County. It is the only public high school in Potomac.
Serving 2,203 students in grades 9-12, Winston Churchill High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,203 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winston Churchill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Winston Churchill High School's student population of 2,203 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 124 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,203 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
124 teachers
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 21, 2025
School Rankings
Winston Churchill High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winston Churchill High School is 0.71, 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
#4 out of 1338 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
32%
7%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
12%
33%
White
41%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winston Churchill High School's ranking?
Winston Churchill High School is ranked #4 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Winston Churchill High School often compared to?
Winston Churchill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas S. Wootton High School, Walter Johnson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Winston Churchill High School?
The graduation rate of Winston Churchill High School is 97%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Winston Churchill High School?
2,203 students attend Winston Churchill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Winston Churchill High School students are White, 32% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winston Churchill High School?
Winston Churchill High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Winston Churchill High School offer ?
Winston Churchill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Winston Churchill High School part of?
Winston Churchill High School is part of Montgomery County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/24/2009
The quality of academic programs at Winston Churchill High School is terrific. The teachers make sure you fully understand the concept and help you understand it when you don't. The extracurricular activities are amazing and thrilling to do. I really reccommend this school to anyone who is interested. It is a fantastic school, and kids will love the education, the teachers, the students, the available courses, and many other things!
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