Serving 689 students in grades 6-8, Osceola Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 689 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Osceola Middle School serves the southeastern part of Okeechobee, FL, covering an area of approximately 93.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Osceola Middle School's student population of 689 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
689 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Osceola Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Osceola Middle School is 0.60, 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
#2383 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
40%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
49%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
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 #2383 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Osceola Middle School?
689 students attend Osceola Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Osceola Middle School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Osceola Middle School?
Osceola Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Osceola Middle School offer ?
Osceola Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Osceola Middle School part of?
Osceola Middle School is part of Okeechobee School District.
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