For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 546 students in Dahlgren, VA.
The top ranked public school in Dahlgren, VA is Potomac Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dahlgren, VA public school have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Dahlgren have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ in Dahlgren, VA (2025-26)
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Potomac Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
16495 15th Street
Dahlgren, VA 22448
(540) 663-3322
Dahlgren, VA 22448
(540) 663-3322
Gr: K-5 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Dahlgren, Virginia 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (Closed)
School
Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dahlgren, VA?
The top ranked public schools in Dahlgren, VA include Potomac Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Dahlgren?
1 public schools are located in Dahlgren.
What is the racial composition of students in Dahlgren?
Dahlgren public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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