WEST POTOMAC HIGH SCHOOL
West Potomac High is a public high school that is part of the Fairfax County Public Schools school district, located in Alexandria, VA with about 2,660 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 171 teachers, West Potomac High has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
West Potomac High School, located in Alexandria, Virginia, is a large, diverse public secondary school serving students in grades 9–12 as part of the Fairfax County Public Schools system. Known for its strong sense of community, the school offers a comprehensive academic program, including a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. This rigorous curriculum is designed to prepare students for success in higher education and is supported by a faculty committed to fostering both intellectual growth and personal development.
Beyond academics, West Potomac boasts a vibrant extracurricular scene that plays a central role in the student experience. The school is well-regarded for its competitive athletic programs, award-winning fine and performing arts departments, and a vast selection of student-led clubs and organizations. By balancing high academic standards with a wide variety of social and extracurricular opportunities, West Potomac creates an inclusive environment that encourages students to pursue their unique interests while building strong connections within their local Alexandria community.
For more information, contact West Potomac High at (703) 718-2500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Alexandria, VA 22307
(703) 718-2500
WEST POTOMAC HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Alexandria, VA with about 2,660 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Fairfax County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 2,660
- Teachers:
- 171.11
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 2,660 students
- White
- 38.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 34.8%
- Black or African American
- 17.2%
- Asian
- 6.2%
- Two or more races
- 3.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.8%
- Male
- 51.2%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.