Serving 66 students in grades 6-8, Potosi Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Potosi Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Potosi school district, encompassing approximately 78.9 square miles around the city of Potosi, WI. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.9 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 8.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Potosi Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Potosi Middle School's student population of 66 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
66 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Potosi Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Potosi Middle School is 0.15, 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
#1324 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
14%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.6%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Potosi Middle School is ranked #1324 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Potosi Middle School?
66 students attend Potosi Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Potosi Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Potosi Middle School?
Potosi Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Potosi Middle School offer ?
Potosi Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Potosi Middle School part of?
Potosi Middle School is part of Potosi School District.
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