Serving 80 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Potomac School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Potomac School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Potomac School's student population of 80 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
80 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Potomac School ranks within the top 50% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Potomac School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#280 out of 707 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
5%
Black
n/a
1%
White
90%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Potomac School's ranking?
Potomac School is ranked #280 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Potomac School?
80 students attend Potomac School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Potomac School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Potomac School?
Potomac School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Potomac School offer ?
Potomac School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Potomac School part of?
Potomac School is part of Potomac Elem School District.
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