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The Potomac School
Private Elementary, Middle, High School
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Grade K-12
1301 Potomac School Rd,
McLean, VA
1,069
Students
A+
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Average SAT Score
1400
Average ACT Score
32
Average GPA
3.64
Annual Tuition
$47,150
Niche Grade
A+
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Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.64
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Teachers
180
Full Time Teachers
170
Part Time Teachers
10
College Prep
Average SAT
1400
Math
700
Verbal
700
Average ACT
32
Math
31
English
33
Reading
33
Science
31
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
100%
GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
White
67.8%
Two or more races
9.5%
Black
9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
6.9%
Hispanic
6.8%
School Rankings
#2
Best Private K12 Schools in Virginia
#3
Best College Prep Private High Schools in Virginia
#4
Best HS For Stem in Virginia
Specialty School Programs
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Virginia
96 Students
Georgetown University
62 Students
William & Mary
60 Students
University of Pennsylvania
49 Students
Duke University
48 Students
Northwestern University
44 Students
Vanderbilt University
42 Students
Yale University
39 Students
Harvard University
38 Students
Columbia University
35 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
75 Students
Computer Science
47 Students
Psychology
42 Students
Economics
40 Students
Political Science and Government
39 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
28 Students
International Relations
28 Students
Biology
27 Students
Chemistry
24 Students
Engineering
22 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
12/16/2024
I loved my time at the Potomac school, but they are a very top-heavy organization slowed down by a toxic, incompetent administration. To an outside observer, it would seem that they are just not able to hire the right people. While, yes, this is true, it is because of the aforementioned toxic culture with no accountability for anyone.
12/2/2022
The Potomac School definitely showed me a new side of life. It provided me with opportunities I would never of had anywhere else. The one thing I will never forget is the community. Potomac provided a safe space for any and everyone. I was always encouraged to be who I am and nothing else. I will always be grateful for that.
11/6/2022
Great teachers and challenging curriculum. Amazing extracurriculars, with terrific college counseling program.
GreatSchools Reviews
9/14/2020
$535,600 = cost per kids for K-12 at Potomac School. That does not include The additional expected annual donations, costs for computers, activity fees, sports fees, tutors, etc.
1/26/2019
Rigorous college preparatory experience for advanced students.
4/20/2015
This is not at all an inclusive, healthy environment. Very cliquish, high stress and discriminatory. Although praised as one of the best schools in the DC area, it is not worth the hype!!
4/20/2015
After three years at the Potomac School we are finally leaving. If you do not fit into their cookie cutter mold (person of color, LGBT, lower socio-economic status, special needs, etc.) you need not apply. Although they promote diversity, it is a marketing ploy. You WILL experience discrimination an...
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125 Total Sales
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Map
List Price Range
$310K - $13.9M
Homes For Sale
211
Average Home Value
$1,941,943
Median Lot Size
16,552 Sq Ft
% Renters
17%
Average Household Income
$228,453
% of College Grads
84.8%
Median Age
46
Average House Size
4,013 Sq Ft
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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- Trails
- Hiking
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- Trails
- Hiking
Clemyjontri Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Lewinsville Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Football
Turkey Run Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
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Kent Gardens Park
- Trails
- Hiking
Scott's Run Nature Preserve
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Parking Lot
Fort Marcy Park
- Trails
- Hiking
McLean Hunt Estates Park
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
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The Potomac School is a private school for students in grades K-12 located at 1301 Potomac School Rd in McLean, in the McLean neighborhood. Annual tuition is $47,150. The school has a total enrollment of 1,069 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 6:1. The Potomac School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average GPA is 3.64. Average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1400 and an ACT score of 32. The average home value in this area is $1,941,943. Discover additional schools in the area, like Langley High School, McLean High School, Saint John the Beloved Academy, and more. Learn more about what McLean has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near The Potomac School.