Potowmack Elementary School

46465 Esterbrook Pkwy
Sterling, VA 20165
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 568 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Potowmack Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 568 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 74%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 64% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Potowmack Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Potowmack Elementary School's student population of 568 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
568 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers

School Rankings

Potowmack Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Potowmack Elementary School is 0.68, 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)
#1185 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
64%
68%
(20-21)
60-64%
69%
(20-21)
40-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Asian
10%
8%
Hispanic
49%
20%
Black
9%
21%
White
26%
44%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.68
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Potowmack Elementary School's ranking?
Potowmack Elementary School is ranked #1185 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Potowmack Elementary School often compared to?
Potowmack Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horizon Elementary School, Sugarland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Potowmack Elementary School?
568 students attend Potowmack Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Potowmack Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Potowmack Elementary School?
Potowmack Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Potowmack Elementary School offer ?
Potowmack Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Potowmack Elementary School part of?
Potowmack Elementary School is part of Loudoun County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 568 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 74%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 64% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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