West Potomac High School, formerly Groveton High School, is a public high school in the Alexandria area of Fairfax County, Virginia. It was founded in 1985 and is part of the Fairfax County ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools district.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 72% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students
n/a
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1985
Colors
Royal blue, Silver
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Motto
Excellence is a Tradition
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolverine
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What school district is West Potomac High School Academy part of?
West Potomac High School Academy is part of Fairfax County School District.
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