- Alden Potomac Elem School — Grades PK–5 · 210 students
- Alden-Potomac Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 99 students
- Alden-Potomac High School — Grades 9–12 · 112 students
| Metric | Potomac Community Unit School District 10 | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 143 | 3,544 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 1 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $19,597/yr | $17,619/yr | Small district — per-pupil varies |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | Not rated | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potomac Community Unit School District 10 (this district) | 4/10 | 32nd | 143 |
| Armstrong-Ellis Consolidated School District 61 | 2/10 | 15th | 135 |
| Bismarck-Henning Consolidated Unit School District | 4/10 | 31st | 820 |
| Rossville-Alvin Community Unit School District 7 | 3/10 | 20th | 363 |
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Ranked against 763 rated districts in IL → → 8/10.
Source: Illinois State Board of Education IAR, grades 3–8 ELA & Math Proficiency Rate, 2023–24 school year. Full methodology →
About Potomac Community Unit School District 10
Zip code 61865 in Potomac, Illinois is served by Potomac Community Unit School District 10 for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K–8th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Potomac Community Unit School District 10’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Funding and Resources
Potomac Community Unit School District 10 spent $19,597 per pupil in FY2024, below the Illinois state average of $21,776 and above the national average of $17,619 (US Census Bureau, Annual Survey of School System Finances). Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
At 1 schools serving grades Pre-K–8th, Potomac Community Unit School District 10 qualifies as a small, community-focused district serving students from Pre-K–8th. The district enrolls approximately 143 students in total. Small districts often benefit from tighter community cohesion, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and stronger parental involvement. The trade-off is narrower program variety: fewer elective courses, specialized tracks, or extracurricular options than larger systems offer.
Understanding the 4/10 Rating
With a rating of 4/10 (below average), Potomac Community Unit School District 10 ranks among Illinois’s below average-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Illinois’ IAR (Illinois Assessment of Readiness) grades 3–8 ELA & Math assessments (2023–24 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Illinois is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
⚠️ Small-district caveat. Potomac Community Unit School District 10 enrolls 143 students. A percentile rank drawn from so few test-takers is statistically unstable — it can move several points from one year to the next on normal variation alone, and a single class of students can swing it. Treat this rating as a rough signal rather than a precise ranking, and look at the school-level detail below before drawing conclusions.
Potomac Community Unit School District 10 carries a below-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates below typical Illinois benchmarks on state assessments. A below-average score reflects test performance relative to other districts — not necessarily teaching quality or school culture, and some of these districts have schools with strong communities and dedicated staff. Families should research specific school quality, visit in person, and ask about available programs. Also ask about open enrollment and magnet options that may offer alternatives to the default attendance-zone assignment.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 61865
Children in zip code 61865 are assigned to Potomac Community Unit School District 10 for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–8th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 61865, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Potomac Community Unit School District 10 at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Illinois districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Potomac
For families considering a purchase in the Potomac area, district assignment matters financially. Because Potomac Community Unit School District 10 serves zip code 61865, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 61865. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Illinois, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Potomac Community Unit School District 10 programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 61865.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Potomac Community Unit School District 10 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 61865 data.