Potomac Falls High School is a public secondary school in Sterling, Virginia unincorporated area in Loudoun County. The school is part of the Loudoun County Public Schools system.
Serving 1,662 students in grades 9-12, Potomac Falls High School ranks in the top 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 60-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,662 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Potomac Falls High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Potomac Falls High School's student population of 1,662 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 139 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,662 students
Total Classroom Teachers
139 teachers
Year Founded
1997
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Potomac Falls High 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 Falls High School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#533 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)92%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
14%
8%
Hispanic
29%
20%
Black
9%
21%
White
41%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Potomac Falls High School's ranking?
Potomac Falls High School is ranked #533 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Potomac Falls High School often compared to?
Potomac Falls High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dominion High School, Park View High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Potomac Falls High School?
The graduation rate of Potomac Falls High School is 92%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Potomac Falls High School?
1,662 students attend Potomac Falls High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Potomac Falls High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Potomac Falls High School?
Potomac Falls High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Potomac Falls High School offer ?
Potomac Falls High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Potomac Falls High School part of?
Potomac Falls High School is part of Loudoun County School District.
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