Serving 475 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Potomac Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Potomac Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Potomac Elementary School's student population of 475 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
475 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1923
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Potomac Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Potomac Elementary School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#37 out of 1338 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Asian
34%
7%
Hispanic
8%
24%
Black
9%
32%
White
39%
31%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Potomac Elementary School's ranking?
Potomac Elementary School is ranked #37 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Potomac Elementary School often compared to?
Potomac Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cold Spring Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Potomac Elementary School?
475 students attend Potomac Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Potomac Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% 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 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland 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 Montgomery County School District.
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