Serving 1,319 students in grades 6-8, Hugo A Owens Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,319 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hugo A Owens Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hugo A Owens Middle School's student population of 1,319 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hugo A Owens Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hugo A Owens Middle School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#701 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)57%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)73%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
12%
18%
Black
28%
22%
White
48%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hugo A Owens Middle School's ranking?
Hugo A Owens Middle School is ranked #701 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Hugo A Owens Middle School often compared to?
Hugo A Owens Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jolliff Middle School, Great Bridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Hugo A Owens Middle School?
1,319 students attend Hugo A Owens Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Hugo A Owens Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hugo A Owens Middle School?
Hugo A Owens Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hugo A Owens Middle School offer ?
Hugo A Owens Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hugo A Owens Middle School part of?
Hugo A Owens Middle School is part of Chesapeake City PBLC Schs School District.
In what neighborhood is Hugo A Owens Middle School located?
Hugo A Owens Middle School is located in the Deep Creek South neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Deep Creek South.
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