Potomack Intermediate School

5308 Williamsport Pike
Martinsburg, WV 25404
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 874 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 41% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). 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 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 874 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 50% in WV
  • : 41% (Top 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Potomack Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Potomack Intermediate School's student population of 874 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
874 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers

School Rankings

Potomack Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Potomack Intermediate School is 0.42, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WV)
#261 out of 627 schools
(Top 50%)
41%
32%
40%
41%
38%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
6%
2%
Black
10%
4%
White
75%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.42
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Potomack Intermediate School's ranking?
Potomack Intermediate School is ranked #261 out of 627 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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?
874 students attend Potomack Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Potomack Intermediate School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% 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 School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 874 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 41% (Top 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

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