Serving 202 students in grades 9-12, Potterville High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Potterville High School's student population of 202 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Potterville High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Potterville High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2291 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Potterville High School's ranking?
Potterville High School is ranked #2291 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Potterville High School often compared to?
Potterville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charlotte Senior High School, Grand Ledge High School, Olivet High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Potterville High School?
The graduation rate of Potterville High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Potterville High School?
202 students attend Potterville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Potterville High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Potterville High School?
Potterville High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Potterville High School offer ?
Potterville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Potterville High School part of?
Potterville High School is part of Potterville School District.
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