Potomac Elem School

Potomac Elem School is a small, rural elementary school located in Potomac, Illinois. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of 129 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 8.6:1 with 15 full-time equivalent teachers. The school’s setting offers a close-knit community atmosphere where educators focus on individualized attention and support for each child.

Potomac Elem School's academic performance is in the middle range, with state rankings placing it at number 2136 out of 3819 Illinois schools (44th percentile). Test scores show that 17% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 20% are proficient or above in Math. These figures indicate areas where the school is focusing on student development to enhance academic achievement.

The school’s rural setting provides a peaceful environment conducive to learning, with a strong sense of community among parents, teachers, and students.

With an enrollment of 129 students, Potomac Elem School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.6:1, Potomac Elem School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Potomac Elem School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.