Serving 336 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Potomac Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Potomac Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Potomac Heights Elementary School's student population of 336 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Potomac Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Potomac Heights Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#468 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
20%
23%
Black
21%
33%
White
42%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Potomac Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Potomac Heights Elementary School is ranked #468 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Potomac Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Potomac Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paramount Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Potomac Heights Elementary School?
336 students attend Potomac Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Potomac Heights Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Potomac Heights Elementary School?
Potomac Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Potomac Heights Elementary School offer ?
Potomac Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Potomac Heights Elementary School part of?
Potomac Heights Elementary School is part of Washington County School District.
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