Serving 2,003 students in grades 9-12, Potomac High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,003 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Potomac High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Potomac High School's student population of 2,003 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,003 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Potomac High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Potomac High School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#527 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
30%
18%
Black
45%
22%
White
10%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Potomac High School's ranking?
Potomac High School is ranked #527 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Potomac High School often compared to?
Potomac High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Park High School, C.d. Hylton High School, Woodbridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Potomac High School?
The graduation rate of Potomac High School is 86%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Potomac High School?
2,003 students attend Potomac High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Potomac High School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Potomac High School?
Potomac High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Potomac High School offer ?
Potomac High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Potomac High School part of?
Potomac High School is part of Prince William Co PBLC Schs School District.
School Reviews
2 10/26/2016
I was a student at Potomac for my Freshman year and I will start of with how much I hated it there. The teachers and the staff were amazing, however the students were as sharp as school provided safety scissors (Which I'm not sure is allowed in Potomac, or compasses with medal points or any other points, so you could only use paper compasses). They were very disrespectful towards teachers, towards students, and immature. They behaved like Middle School kids who never grew up. I would not recommend the school, despite how amazing the teacher were. The normal classes were very slow, and their advanced classes was an average class in Torrance USD schools. They had a great variety of courses. ROTC was a huge hit since the school is near the Quantico Base.
5 5/24/2014
i am a currentlu a freshmen at Potomac. all of the teachers strive for excellence in all students. we have several extracurricular activities including key club, future business leaders of America, and robotics. We are also home of the varsity boys basketball state champion.
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