Serving 846 students in grades 3-5, Potomack Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 846 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Potomack Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Potomack Intermediate School's student population of 846 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
846 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Potomack Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Potomack Intermediate School is 0.39, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#261 out of 627 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
2%
Black
9%
4%
White
77%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Potomack Intermediate School's ranking?
Potomack Intermediate School is ranked #261 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Potomack Intermediate School often compared to?
Potomack Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle School Intermediate, Tomahawk Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Potomack Intermediate School?
846 students attend Potomack Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Potomack Intermediate School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Potomack Intermediate School?
Potomack Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Potomack Intermediate School offer ?
Potomack Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Potomack Intermediate School part of?
Potomack Intermediate School is part of Berkeley County Schools School District.
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