Schools in Potomac, Maryland (2025)
8 schools · 6,496 students · 8 public · median Enrollment 570.
Potomac, in Maryland, has 8 schools in United States's 2025 data, together educating about 6,496 students. By level there are 5 elementary, 2 middle, 1 high; by sector 8 public.
The median Enrollment across Potomac's schools is 570, above the Maryland median of 540. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
8 of the 8 schools qualify for the Success Index (US). The highest-scoring is Wayside Elementary (92.3, top 5% of elementary schools nationally), followed by Cold Spring Elementary (87.4, top 5% of elementary schools nationally), and Herbert Hoover Middle (86.3, top 5% of middle schools nationally). 8 schools sit in the top 10% of United States for their type. Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare an elementary school with other elementary schools.
The largest schools are Winston Churchill High (2,185 students), Cabin John Middle (983 students), Herbert Hoover Middle (930 students).
Ranked schools in Potomac
Ordered by Success Index (US). Rank positions shown on each profile are within United States and Maryland.
- 192Wayside ElementaryPotomac · Public Elementary86% Math proficiency · 465 students
- 287Cold Spring ElementaryPotomac · Public Elementary90% Math proficiency · 362 students
- 386Herbert Hoover MiddlePotomac · Public Middle76% Math proficiency · 930 students
- 486Potomac ElementaryPotomac · Public Elementary85% Math proficiency · 475 students
- 585Cabin John MiddlePotomac · Public Middle74% Math proficiency · 983 students
- 684Beverly Farms ElementaryPotomac · Public Elementary78% Math proficiency · 526 students
- 783Winston Churchill HighPotomac · Public High84% Math proficiency · 2,185 students
- 880Bells Mill ElementaryPotomac · Public Elementary71% Math proficiency · 570 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (US) | Key result | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wayside Elementary Potomac · Elementary · Grades PK–5 | Public | 92.3 Top 5% | 86% Math proficiency | 465 |
| 2 | Cold Spring Elementary Potomac · Elementary · Grades K–5 | Public | 87.4 Top 5% | 90% Math proficiency | 362 |
| 3 | Herbert Hoover Middle Potomac · Middle · Grades 6–8 | Public | 86.3 Top 5% | 76% Math proficiency | 930 |
| 4 | Potomac Elementary Potomac · Elementary · Grades K–5 | Public | 85.5 Top 5% | 85% Math proficiency | 475 |
| 5 | Cabin John Middle Potomac · Middle · Grades 6–8 | Public | 84.7 Top 10% | 74% Math proficiency | 983 |
| 6 | Beverly Farms Elementary Potomac · Elementary · Grades K–5 | Public | 83.6 Top 10% | 78% Math proficiency | 526 |
| 7 | Winston Churchill High Potomac · High · Grades 9–12 | Public | 83.2 Top 5% | 84% Math proficiency | 2,185 |
| 8 | Bells Mill Elementary Potomac · Elementary · Grades PK–5 | Public | 80.2 Top 10% | 71% Math proficiency | 570 |
Compare the top 4 schools in Potomac side by side →
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Potomac?
Wayside Elementary is the highest-ranked school in Potomac with a Success Index (US) of 92.3 out of 100 (Top 5% of elementary schools in United States).
How many schools are in Potomac?
Potomac has 8 schools (5 elementary, 2 middle, 1 high) educating 6,496 students in 2025.
What is the typical Enrollment in Potomac?
The median Enrollment across schools in Potomac is 570. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.