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Potomac Elementary School

16495 15th Street
Dahlgren, VA 22448
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 546 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Potomac Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 77% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 546 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 36%
  • : Top 50% in VA
  • : 77% (Top 50%)
  • : 69% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Potomac Elementary School's student population of 546 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Motto
Empower, Engage, Inspire

School Rankings

Potomac Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Potomac Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VA)
#700 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
77%
68%
(20-21)
69%
69%
(20-21)
40-44%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
13%
22%
White
64%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.55
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Potomac Elementary School's ranking?
Potomac Elementary School is ranked #700 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Potomac Elementary School often compared to?
Potomac Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King George Elementary School, Sealston Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Potomac Elementary School?
546 students attend Potomac Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Potomac Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Potomac Elementary School?
Potomac Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Potomac Elementary School offer ?
Potomac Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Potomac Elementary School part of?
Potomac Elementary School is part of King George County School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 546 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 36%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 77% (Top 50%)
  • : 69% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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