Potomac Falls High School is a public secondary school in Sterling, Virginia unincorporated area in Loudoun County. The school is part of the Loudoun County Public Schools system.
Serving 1,662 students in grades 9-12, Potomac Falls High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,662 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Potomac Falls High serves the eastern part of Sterling, VA, covering an area of approximately 11.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Potomac Falls High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Potomac Falls High School's student population of 1,662 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 139 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,662 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
139 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1997
School Rankings
Potomac Falls High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Potomac Falls High School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#533 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)92%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
14%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Potomac Falls High School's ranking?
Potomac Falls High School is ranked #533 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Potomac Falls High School often compared to?
Potomac Falls High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dominion High School, Park View High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Potomac Falls High School?
The graduation rate of Potomac Falls High School is 92%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Potomac Falls High School?
1,662 students attend Potomac Falls High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Potomac Falls High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Potomac Falls High School?
Potomac Falls High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Potomac Falls High School offer ?
Potomac Falls High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Potomac Falls High School part of?
Potomac Falls High School is part of Loudoun County School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
As a current sophomore, I know a great deal about my school. The science department here is incredible, as are the English and history departments. The math department could use work, however. School lunches are good, students are kind and motivated, and the staff is quite helpful. Our music and drama programs are great, and most of our sports are as well. I highly recommend PFHS to new potential students. Go Panthers!
5 10/10/2025
Teachers are kind, and always helping students when they need it. Prepares you well for college.
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