Serving 81 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Potomac School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 81 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Potomac School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Potomac School's student population of 81 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
81 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
1913
School Calendar
School Rankings
Potomac School ranks within the top 30% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Potomac School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#199 out of 696 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
77%
77%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Potomac School's ranking?
Potomac School is ranked #199 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Potomac School?
81 students attend Potomac School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Potomac School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Potomac School?
Potomac School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Potomac School offer ?
Potomac School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Potomac School part of?
Potomac School is part of Potomac Elementary School District.
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