For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 2,185 students in Potomac, MD. The top-ranked public high school in Potomac, MD is Winston Churchill High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Potomac, MD public high school have an average math proficiency score of 84% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in Potomac have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Maryland public high schools.
Potomac, MD public high school have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Winston Churchill High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Potomac, MD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Winston Churchill High School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
11300 Gainsborough Rd
Potomac, MD 20854
(240) 740-5400
Potomac, MD 20854
(240) 740-5400
Gr: 9-12 | 2,185 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Potomac, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in Potomac, MD include Winston Churchill High School. Potomac has one of the highest concentrations of top-ranked public schools in Maryland.
How many public high schools are located in Potomac?
1 public high schools are located in Potomac.
What is the racial composition of students in Potomac?
Potomac public high schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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