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 1,685 students in grades 9-12, Potomac Falls High School ranks in the top 20% 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 92% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,685 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Potomac Falls High School's student population of 1,685 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 133 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,685 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
133 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Rankings
Potomac Falls High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 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
#303 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)62%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)92%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
14%
8%
Hispanic
29%
19%
Black
9%
22%
White
41%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Potomac Falls High School's ranking?
Potomac Falls High School is ranked #303 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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 95%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Potomac Falls High School?
1,685 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 13:1, 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
5 7/5/2021
Teachers are kind, and always helping students when they need it. Prepares you well for college.
4 2/10/2020
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!
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