Serving 457 students in grades 6-8, Owen Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Owen Middle serves the eastern part of Swannanoa, NC, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 127.3 square miles. The school is typically a 15-20 minute drive for families within the area, which extends up to 12.8 miles from its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Owen Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Owen Middle School's student population of 457 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
457 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Owen Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Owen Middle School is 0.45, 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
#1743 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)38%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Owen Middle School's ranking?
Owen Middle School is ranked #1743 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Owen Middle School often compared to?
Owen Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reynolds Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Owen Middle School?
457 students attend Owen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Owen Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Owen Middle School?
Owen Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Owen Middle School offer ?
Owen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Owen Middle School part of?
Owen Middle School is part of Buncombe County Schools.
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