Serving 166 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Potosi Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Potosi Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Potosi, WI, covering approximately 78.9 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of about 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.9 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 8.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Potosi Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Potosi Elementary School's student population of 166 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
166 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student, Every Classroom, Every Day.
School Rankings
Potosi Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Potosi Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#661 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
98%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.8%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Potosi Elementary School's ranking?
Potosi Elementary School is ranked #661 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Potosi Elementary School often compared to?
Potosi Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cuba City Elementary School, Cuba City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Potosi Elementary School?
166 students attend Potosi Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Potosi Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Potosi Elementary School?
Potosi Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Potosi Elementary School offer ?
Potosi Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Potosi Elementary School part of?
Potosi Elementary School is part of Potosi School District.
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