Serving 294 students in grades 9-12, Osage High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Osage High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Osage, IA, encompassing approximately 223 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Osage High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Osage High School's student population of 294 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
294 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Osage High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Osage High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#418 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
92%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Osage High School's ranking?
Osage High School is ranked #418 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Osage High School?
The graduation rate of Osage High School is 95%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Osage High School?
294 students attend Osage High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Osage High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Osage High School?
Osage High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Osage High School offer ?
Osage High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Osage High School part of?
Osage High School is part of Osage Comm School District.
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