Serving 1,015 students in grades 6-8, Owatonna Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,015 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Owatonna Junior High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Owatonna, MN, covering approximately 233.1 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Owatonna Middle School's student population of 1,015 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,015 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring Excellence. Every Learner. Every Day.
School Rankings
Owatonna Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Owatonna Middle School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1100 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
18%
12%
Black
7%
12%
White
70%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.8%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Owatonna Middle School's ranking?
Owatonna Middle School is ranked #1100 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Owatonna Middle School?
1,015 students attend Owatonna Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Owatonna Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Owatonna Middle School?
Owatonna Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Owatonna Middle School offer ?
Owatonna Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Owatonna Middle School part of?
Owatonna Middle School is part of Owatonna Public School District.
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