Serving 809 students in grades 5-6, Owens Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 809 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: OWENS INT serves the eastern part of its school district in Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Owens Intermediate School's student population of 809 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
809 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
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School Rankings
Owens Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Owens Intermediate School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7420 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
44%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
84%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
7%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
3%
24%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Owens Intermediate School's ranking?
Owens Intermediate School is ranked #7420 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Owens Intermediate School?
809 students attend Owens Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Owens Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Owens Intermediate School?
Owens Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Owens Intermediate School offer ?
Owens Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Owens Intermediate School part of?
Owens Intermediate School is part of Alief Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Owens Intermediate School located?
Owens Intermediate School is located in the Alief neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Alief.
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