Serving 311 students in grades 6-8, Owensboro Innovation Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Owensboro Middle School South's attendance zone covers the entire Owensboro, KY school district, encompassing approximately 8.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Owensboro Innovation Middle School's student population of 311 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
311 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Owensboro Innovation Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Owensboro Innovation Middle School is 0.49, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#552 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Owensboro Innovation Middle School's ranking?
Owensboro Innovation Middle School is ranked #552 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Owensboro Innovation Middle School often compared to?
Owensboro Innovation Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like F T Burns Middle School, Daviess County Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Owensboro Innovation Middle School?
311 students attend Owensboro Innovation Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Owensboro Innovation Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Owensboro Innovation Middle School?
Owensboro Innovation Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Owensboro Innovation Middle School offer ?
Owensboro Innovation Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Owensboro Innovation Middle School part of?
Owensboro Innovation Middle School is part of Owensboro Independent School District.
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