For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,041 students in Potosi, MO.
The top ranked public schools in Potosi, MO are Trojan Intermediate, Potosi Elementary School and Potosi High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Potosi, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Potosi have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Potosi, MO (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Trojan Intermediate
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
367 Intermediate Dr
Potosi, MO 63664
(573) 436-8108
Potosi, MO 63664
(573) 436-8108
Grades: 4-6
| 438 students
Rank: #22.
Potosi Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
205 State Hwy P
Potosi, MO 63664
(573) 438-2223
Potosi, MO 63664
(573) 438-2223
Grades: PK-3
| 606 students
Rank: #33.
Potosi High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 Trojan Dr
Potosi, MO 63664
(573) 438-2156
Potosi, MO 63664
(573) 438-2156
Grades: 9-12
| 682 students
Rank: #44.
John A. Evans Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
303 S Lead St
Potosi, MO 63664
(573) 438-2101
Potosi, MO 63664
(573) 438-2101
Grades: 7-8
| 310 students
Rank: #55.
Citadel School
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
400 S Mine
Potosi, MO 63664
(573) 438-2472
Potosi, MO 63664
(573) 438-2472
Grades: K-12
| 5 students
Potosi, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Citadel (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
400 South Mines
Potosi, MO 63664
(573) 438-2472
Potosi, MO 63664
(573) 438-2472
Grades: Inquire with school
| 10 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Potosi, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Potosi, MO include Trojan Intermediate, Potosi Elementary School and Potosi High School.
How many public schools are located in Potosi?
5 public schools are located in Potosi.
What is the racial composition of students in Potosi?
Potosi public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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