At The Potomac School, we believe that intellectual development, love of learning, and strength of character are complementary and equally essential educational goals.
We prepare students to lead lives of purpose, achievement, and generosity of spirit through our firm commitment to our core values and a rigorous academic program.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,052 students
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 29
- Source: Verified school update
School News
- Recent Graduate Named "Extraordinary Teen" - 10/09/2025Recent Graduate Named "Extraordinary Teen"
- Potomac Honors Two Recipients of the 2025 Bill Cook Award for Excellent Teaching - 10/01/2025The Potomac School honored Dr. Giorgio Secondi, Upper School economics teacher, and Ms. Jenni Hoffmann, Lower School grade 3 teacher, with the 2025 Bill Cook Award for Excellent Teaching during ...morethe school's Opening Assembly on September 5. hide
- A Potomac Graduate, a Supreme Court Justice, and the Power of Oratory - 10/01/2025A Potomac Graduate, a Supreme Court Justice, and the Power of Oratory
- Emirati Astronauts Share Firsthand Accounts with Potomac Students - 03/31/2025On March 7, Emirati astronauts Hazzaa AlMansoori and Sultan Al Neyadi visited The Potomac School ahead of meetings in Washington, D.C. Students in grades K-8 heard firsthand accounts of their ...morespace missions. AlMansoori was the first Emirati to go to space, traveling to the International Space Station (ISS) in 2019, while Al Neyadi took part in the UAE's second mission to the ISS in 2023. Al Neyadi was the first Arab to serve on the ISS for a long-duration mission. hide
Top Rankings
The Potomac School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1904
Colors
Blue, Orange
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
Campus Size
90 acres
Student Body
Total Students
1,052 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
46%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
180 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
74%
Average Class Size
16 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 29
Tuition Notes
Our tuition ranges from
Grades K-3 $44,970
Grades 4–6: $48,250
Grades 7–8: $51,550
Grades 9–12: $52,800
% on Financial Aid
20%
Admissions Director
Doug McLane
Admissions Associate
Lauren Bramlette
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
17 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
47 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Active MindsAnime Club
Arts and Crafts ClubAsian American Club
Black Student AllianceBlack Student Union
Book ClubsChess Club
Classic Film ClubComedy Club
Crochet ClubCurrent Events Club
Drama ClubDungeons and Dragons Club
Fellowship of Christian AthletesFellowship of Christian Students
FOCUSFood Club
Games ClubGarden Club
Hispanic Student AssociationHistory Club
Human Rights ClubInvestment Club
Jewish Student AllianceLGBTQ Alliance
Math ClubModel UN
Multiracial Affinity GroupMuslim Student Association
Outdoor ClubPhilosophy Club
Photography ClubRecorder Club
Red Cross ClubRobotics Team
Service LearningSpeech and Debate Team
Spelling Bee ClubStem Club
Student CouncilStudy Skills
Sunshine ClubWorld Affairs Club
Arts and Music Programs:
BellsTheatre
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Pickleball
School Notes
- School Motto: Labor Omnia Vincet
- School Mascot: Panther
- Our Mission: At The Potomac School, we believe that intellectual development, love of learning, and strength of character are complementary, and equally essential, educational goals. With a firm commitment to our core values and a rigorous academic program, we prepare students to lead lives of purpose, achievement, and generosity of spirit.
- Our Philosophy and Practice: We achieve The Potomac School`s mission through our educational philosophy and practice. We achieve The Potomac School's mission through our educational philosophy and practice. At Potomac, we foster a diverse, inclusive learning community where all voices and viewpoints are valued; we provide a balanced educational experience that integrates academics, athletics, and the arts; empower our students to become independent thinkers and learners by emphasizing the rewards of inquiry, initiative, and reflection; emphasize appreciation for the natural world and each person's responsibility for environmental stewardship; call upon all members of our community to act with compassion, civic conscience, and a commitment to serving others.
- Our Community: At Potomac we foster a diverse, inclusive learning community where all voices and viewpoints are valued, provide a balanced educational experience that integrates academics, athletics, and the arts, empower our students to become independent thinkers and learners by emphasizing the rewards of inquiry, initiative, and reflection, emphasize appreciation for the natural world and each person's responsibility for environmental stewardship, call upon all members of our community to act with compassion, civic conscience, and a commitment to serving others.
- Our Core Values: Since its founding, The Potomac School has steadfastly believed that developing a student's character is as important as educating for intellectual growth. Informed by our core values, Courage, Humility, Integrity, Respect, and Perseverance, our students learn to use their intellect and skills productively and in service to others. We use these core values as the ethical and moral guideposts that enable all of us in the Potomac community to develop good judgment and live principled lives.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does The Potomac School offer?
The Potomac School offers 17 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Diving, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track and Wrestling. The Potomac School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for most sports offered.
What is The Potomac School's ranking?
The Potomac School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for The Potomac School?
The application deadline for The Potomac School is Dec. 29.
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School Reviews
5 12/7/2016
I have two children at Potomac, and I literally do not have any complaints. This is the school I wish I'd gone to when I was a kid! My kids look forward to going to school every day and are thriving! There is a wonderful balance of academic, social, athletic and performing arts at this school. We also enjoy the active parent community who support a variety of ventures, including service learning and community engagement. The whole child is important at Potomac and every child is nurtured and respected.
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