Serving 165 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 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- 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%)
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Potosi Elementary School's student population of 165 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
165 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
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 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#661 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
97%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 High School, Cuba City Elementary 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?
165 students attend Potosi Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Potosi Elementary School students are White, 2% 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 13:1, which is equal to 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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