The Potomac School

The Potomac School

Private Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade K-12
1301 Potomac School Rd,  McLean, VA
4.2
3.4
1,069 Students
A+
Niche Grade

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+
Academics
A+
Teachers
A+
College Prep
A+
Resources/Facilities
A+
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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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
Source: Niche

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
4.2 65 Reviews
4.0 Alum
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.
4.0 Senior
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.
5.0 Sophomore
11/6/2022
Great teachers and challenging curriculum. Amazing extracurriculars, with terrific college counseling program.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.4 14 Reviews
3.0 parent
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.
5.0 parent
1/26/2019
Rigorous college preparatory experience for advanced students.
1.0 parent
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!!
1.0 parent
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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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.

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