Serving 963 students in grades 6-8, Osceola Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 963 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Osceola Middle School's student population of 963 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
963 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Osceola Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Osceola Middle School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1025 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
19%
36%
Black
15%
21%
White
58%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Osceola Middle School's ranking?
Osceola Middle School is ranked #1025 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Osceola Middle School often compared to?
Osceola Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howard Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Osceola Middle School?
963 students attend Osceola Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Osceola Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Osceola Middle School?
Osceola Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Osceola Middle School offer ?
Osceola Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Osceola Middle School part of?
Osceola Middle School is part of Marion School District.
School Calendar
View the Osceola Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day of School for Students
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day for Students
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Classes Resume - First Day of Semester 2
January 08, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break (No School)
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
School Reviews
4 1/17/2018
As far as visiting my children during school lunch this school is great!
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