For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 546 students in Dahlgren, VA.
The top ranked public elementary school in Dahlgren, VA is Potomac Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dahlgren, VA public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in Dahlgren have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Dahlgren, VA (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Potomac Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
16495 15th Street
Dahlgren, VA 22448
(540) 663-3322
Dahlgren, VA 22448
(540) 663-3322
Gr: K-5 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Dahlgren, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Dahlgren, VA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Dahlgren, VA include Potomac Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Dahlgren?
1 public elementary schools are located in Dahlgren.
What is the racial composition of students in Dahlgren?
Dahlgren public elementary schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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