Serving 761 students in grades 8, Owasso 8th Grade Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 26%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8
- Enrollment: 761 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Owasso 8th Grade Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Owasso 8th Grade Center's student population of 761 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8
Total Students
761 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Owasso 8th Grade Center ranks within the top 50% of all 1,674 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Owasso 8th Grade Center is 0.67, 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
#779 out of 1674 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
12%
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
6%
8%
White
54%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
12%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Owasso 8th Grade Center's ranking?
Owasso 8th Grade Center is ranked #779 out of 1,674 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% OK state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 26% OK state average).
How many students attend Owasso 8th Grade Center?
761 students attend Owasso 8th Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Owasso 8th Grade Center students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Owasso 8th Grade Center?
Owasso 8th Grade Center has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Owasso 8th Grade Center offer ?
Owasso 8th Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 8
What school district is Owasso 8th Grade Center part of?
Owasso 8th Grade Center is part of Owasso School District.
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