Serving 1,286 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). 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 13:1 is lower 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 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hugo A Owens Middle serves the west part of Chesapeake, VA, covering an area of approximately 97.8 square miles. Families typically drive 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 15.2 miles at its furthest point.
- 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
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hugo A. Owens Middle School's student population of 1,286 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,286 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Rankings
Hugo A. Owens Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hugo A. Owens Middle School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#544 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)73%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
25%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
48%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
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 #544 out of 1,773 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 Great Bridge Middle School, Jolliff Middle School, Deep Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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?
1,286 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, 25% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% 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 13:1, which is lower 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hugo A. Owens Middle School part of?
Hugo A. Owens Middle School is part of Chesapeake City 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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