For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,114 students in Potosi, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Potosi, MO are Potosi Elementary School, Trojan Intermediate and John A. Evans Middle 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 47% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Potosi have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Potosi, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Potosi Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | 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
Gr: PK-3 | 683 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Trojan Intermediate
(Math: 53% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
367 Intermediate Dr
Potosi, MO 63664
(573) 436-8108
Potosi, MO 63664
(573) 436-8108
Gr: 4-6 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
John A. Evans Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
303 S Lead St
Potosi, MO 63664
(573) 438-2101
Potosi, MO 63664
(573) 438-2101
Gr: 7-8 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #44.
Potosi High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 Trojan Dr
Potosi, MO 63664
(573) 438-2156
Potosi, MO 63664
(573) 438-2156
Gr: 9-12 | 673 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #55.
Citadel School
Special Education 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
Gr: K-12 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Potosi, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Potosi, MO include Potosi Elementary School, Trojan Intermediate and John A. Evans Middle 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), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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