Best Schools in North Potomac, Maryland
2 schools · 2 Elementary
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Travilah Elementary
Elementary · Montgomery County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Stone Mill Elementary
Elementary · Montgomery County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
9.4
out of 10
Median Home
$675,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
9.4
out of 10
Median Home
$675,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in North Potomac
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Travilah Elementary | 9.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Stone Mill Elementary | 9.4 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 9.4/10
- Median household income
- $142,062
- Median home value
- $675,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 70%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How North Potomac compares
Median household income
$142k
128% of Maryland median
About Schools in North Potomac, Maryland
North Potomac, Maryland is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 9.4 out of 10, schools in North Potomac perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in North Potomac is Travilah Elementary with a composite score of 9.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
North Potomac is served by 1 school district: Montgomery County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 160,223 students.
North Potomac's community shows 70% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $142,062. The poverty rate in the area is 5.0%.
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Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 385 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.5 |
| 2 | 534 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.4 |
Schools in North Potomac
North Potomac, Maryland · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$142,062
Median Home Value
$675,200
Median Rent
$2,188/mo
Population
65,236
College Educated
70%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
5.0%
Community Profile
North Potomac has a median household income of $142,062. It is a well-educated community where 70% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $675,200, with a median rent of $2,188/month. The local poverty rate of 5.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- Maryland
- Elementary
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in North Potomac, Maryland
How many schools are in North Potomac, Maryland?
North Potomac has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in North Potomac, Maryland?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in North Potomac is 9.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in North Potomac, Maryland?
The top-ranked school in North Potomac on MySchoolScout is Travilah Elementary with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in North Potomac, Maryland?
The top-ranked elementary school in North Potomac on MySchoolScout is Travilah Elementary with a composite score of 9.5/10.
How many school districts serve North Potomac, Maryland?
North Potomac is served by 1 school district: Montgomery County Public Schools.
What is the education level in North Potomac, Maryland?
According to Census data, 70% of adults in North Potomac have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in North Potomac, Maryland?
The median household income in North Potomac is approximately $142,062 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in North Potomac, Maryland?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in North Potomac is 15.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in North Potomac, Maryland?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Maryland Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.