Serving 871 students in grades 3-5, Potomack Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 871 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Potomack Intermediate School's student population of 871 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
871 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Potomack Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Potomack Intermediate School is 0.49, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#245 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Potomack Intermediate School's ranking?
Potomack Intermediate School is ranked #245 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Potomack Intermediate School often compared to?
Potomack Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle School Intermediate, Tomahawk Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Potomack Intermediate School?
871 students attend Potomack Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Potomack Intermediate School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Potomack Intermediate School?
Potomack Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Potomack Intermediate School offer ?
Potomack Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Potomack Intermediate School part of?
Potomack Intermediate School is part of Berkeley County Schools.
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