POTOSI R-III

Situated at 400 North Mine in Potosi, Missouri, the Potosi R-III School District serves as an essential educational cornerstone for its surrounding rural distant community. As an active, traditional public school district operating four distinct educational facilities, Potosi R-III offers a comprehensive academic spectrum that spans from early childhood pre-kindergarten programs all the way through twelfth-grade graduation. The district’s cohesive learning continuum ensures that local families benefit from structured educational pathways, supporting early foundational milestones alongside robust secondary academic and extracurricular opportunities.

For the 2024–2025 academic year, Potosi R-III serves a total enrollment of 2,110 students across its primary and secondary grades. Educational delivery and school operations are driven by a strong human framework featuring approximately 315 full-time equivalent teachers, backed by 17 instructional aides and over 94 dedicated support staff members—culminating in a total district workforce of roughly 426 full-time equivalent personnel. This strong ratio of educators and support staff fosters a tailored, attentive environment suited to the community's unique needs. Prospective families, residents, and researchers interested in learning more can contact the administrative team by phone at (573) 438-5485 or explore district resources online at potosir3.org.