Overview

Potomac Elementary School is a public school in Dahlgren, VA, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 3 elementary schools in King Geo County Public Schools.

School Rating

Potomac Elementary School is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in Virginia with the same grade levels.
4/10
GreatSchools Rating

Rating Factors

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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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Neighborhood

16495 15th Street
Dahlgren, VA 22448
School leader: Dr Melinda Brown
(540) 663-3322
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