Serving 790 students in grades 6-8, Owensboro Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 31% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 790 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Owensboro Middle School North's attendance zone encompasses the entire Owensboro school district, covering an area of approximately 8.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Owensboro Middle School's student population of 790 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
790 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
Owensboro Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Owensboro Middle School is 0.69, 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
#986 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
17%
10%
Black
16%
11%
White
50%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Owensboro Middle School's ranking?
Owensboro Middle School is ranked #986 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Owensboro Middle School?
790 students attend Owensboro Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Owensboro Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Owensboro Middle School?
Owensboro Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Owensboro Middle School offer ?
Owensboro Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Owensboro Middle School part of?
Owensboro Middle School is part of Owensboro Independent School District.
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