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Best Schools in Potosi, Wisconsin

4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.8/10
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Choosing a school in Potosi?

Use this page to compare every school in Potosi by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Potosi Elementary

8.6/10

Elementary · Potosi School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Potosi Middle

6.7/10

Middle · Potosi School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Potosi High

5.2/10

High · Potosi School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Potosi for 2026 are Potosi Elementary (8.6/10), Potosi Middle (6.7/10), and Potosi High (5.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Schools

4

3 public · 1 private

Avg Score

6.8

out of 10

Median Home

$203,600

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Potosi

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Potosi Elementary 8.6 / 10
2 Potosi Middle 6.7 / 10
3 Potosi High 5.2 / 10

See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.8/10

33% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$73,750

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$203,600

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
22%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
28 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
83%

Of occupied housing units

How Potosi compares

Wisconsin rank

#122 of 324

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.4

above Wisconsin avg (6.4)

Median household income

$74k

94% of Wisconsin median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Potosi, Wisconsin

Potosi, Wisconsin is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Potosi show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Potosi is Potosi Elementary with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Potosi is served by 1 school district: Potosi School District. These districts collectively serve 327 students.

Potosi's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $73,750. The poverty rate in the area is 5.5%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by ZIP: 53820 (4)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 165 students · Pre-K–5th 8.6
Private Schools 1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1 16 students · Pre-K–8th

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 53 students · 6th–8th 6.7

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 109 students · 9th–12th 5.2

Schools in Potosi

Potosi, Wisconsin · 4 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$73,750

Median Home Value

$203,600

Median Rent

$786/mo

Population

2,472

College Educated

22%

Homeownership

83%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

5.5%

Community Profile

Potosi has a median household income of $73,750. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $203,600, with a median rent of $786/month. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Potosi, Wisconsin

How many schools are in Potosi, Wisconsin?

Potosi has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Potosi, Wisconsin?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Potosi is 6.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Potosi, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked school in Potosi on MySchoolScout is Potosi Elementary with a composite score of 8.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in Potosi, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked elementary school in Potosi on MySchoolScout is Potosi Elementary with a composite score of 8.6/10.

What is the best middle school in Potosi, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked middle school in Potosi on MySchoolScout is Potosi Middle with a composite score of 6.7/10.

What is the best high school in Potosi, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked high school in Potosi on MySchoolScout is Potosi High with a composite score of 5.2/10.

How many school districts serve Potosi, Wisconsin?

Potosi is served by 1 school district: Potosi School District.

What is the education level in Potosi, Wisconsin?

According to Census data, 22% of adults in Potosi have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Potosi, Wisconsin?

The median household income in Potosi is approximately $73,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Potosi, Wisconsin?

Yes, Potosi has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Potosi, Wisconsin?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Potosi is 9.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Potosi, Wisconsin?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Wisconsin Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.