POTOSI HIGH

POTOSI R-III
1 TROJAN DR
POTOSI, MO 63664
673 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Potosi High School, located at 1 Trojan Dr in Potosi, Missouri, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Potosi R-III School District. As a central hub for the local community, the school is dedicated to providing a comprehensive academic experience that prepares students for post-graduation success, whether they intend to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or enlist in the military. The school operates under the mascot of the "Trojans," fostering a strong sense of school spirit and community pride that reflects the values of the surrounding Washington County area.

Beyond its core curriculum, Potosi High School offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, clubs, and student organizations designed to develop well-rounded individuals. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment, utilizing its official website to keep students, parents, and community members informed about district policies, academic calendars, and upcoming events. By balancing academic rigor with student engagement, Potosi High strives to maintain a positive educational culture that supports the growth and achievement of its diverse student body.
673
Total Students
42.2
Full-Time Teachers
16.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
100.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    642 (95.4%)
  • Two or More
    14 (2.1%)
  • Hispanic
    10 (1.5%)
  • Black
    4 (0.6%)
  • Asian
    2 (0.3%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: POTOSI R-III
Phone: (573)438-2156
Website: http://potosir3.org/index.php/buildings/phs/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 673
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 42.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 673
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 162
Grade 10 160
Grade 11 167
Grade 12 184
Gender Ratio
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10047 DIAMOND RD
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