For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 320 students in Potosi, MO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Potosi, MO are John A. Evans Middle School and Citadel School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Potosi, MO public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in Potosi have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Potosi, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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 middle schools in Potosi, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Potosi, MO include John A. Evans Middle School and Citadel School.
How many public middle schools are located in Potosi?
2 public middle schools are located in Potosi.
What is the racial composition of students in Potosi?
Potosi public middle schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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