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Potomac High School

  • B-
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Dumfries, VA
  • 299 reviews
    B-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      C+
    2. Diversity
      A+
    3. Teachers
      C+
    4. College Prep
      B-
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B
    6. Health & Safety
      C-
    7. Administration
      C-
    8. Sports
      A
    9. Food
      C-
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C
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    Potomac High School is a public school located in Dumfries, VA. It has 2,056 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 17 to 1. According to state test scores, 60% of students are at least proficient in math and 84% in reading.
    Address
    3401 Panther Pride Drive
    Dumfries, VA 22026
    Telephone
    (703) 441-4200
    Website
    pwcs.edu

    Potomac High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    84%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    60%
    Average Graduation Rate
    87%
    Average SAT
    1080
    347 responses
    Average ACT
    23
    32 responses
    AP Enrollment
    7%
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    Living in the Area
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C
    2. Good for Families
      A+
    3. Housing
      B-
    Median Household Income
    $106,870
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,803
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $501,900
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    C-
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    65%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.34 responses
    Poll
    68%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.34 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 100 responses
    Report
    • Spirit week
      25%
    • Sports events
      19%
    • Club/organization field trips
      18%
    • Pep rallies
      13%
    • I love the end of the school year cookout.
      8%
    • Homecoming
      7%
    • Spirit Week
      7%

    Students

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    2,056
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    45%
    82%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.38 responses
    74%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.38 responses
    89%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.38 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    17:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $60,391
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    12.4%
    62%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.50 responses
    66%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.50 responses
    64%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.50 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $12,635/ year
    National
    $12,239
    87%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.54 responses
    37%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.54 responses
    56%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.54 responses
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    I have to say from personal experience PHS is a wonderful school. We have had terrific teachers and even experienced a sexual Harassment case with my child . I contacted the school Counselor director and principal and it stopped immediately and made sure proper action was taken. My child enjoys being at school and have learned a lot. To us, aside from the last Counselor that was assign to my child (now fired) , as she could not get my daughter grades in the system on time. Overall great school, safe and terrific teachers! Thanks for making us feel like family. The Principle is great and the security guards are always watching out for my child.
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    As a high school senior currently attending Potomac, Potomac focuses on rigorous academics, student and teacher relationships, and community involvement. I've attended this school as a transfer student since 9th grade and the only issue I had so far was a delay in my schedule. Potomac High school provides a vast range of afterschool activities such as Key Club, Art Club, etc . Lastly, one thing that could benefit Potomac would be an expansion to the school building since the classes are usually crowded.
    I am proud to say i go to Potomac, although it may not be the best high school, i definitely had a great 4 years here! The culture and diversity here is so grand and i absolutely take pride in that. I hope to see Potomac continue growing, continue it's mission on getting kids into college and pushing kids to their full potential in class.