Serving 408 students in grades 6-8, Owensville Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Owensville Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Owensville, MO, covering approximately 357 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 18 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Owensville Middle School's student population of 408 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
408 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
School Rankings
Owensville Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Owensville Middle School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1322 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
White
94%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Owensville Middle School's ranking?
Owensville Middle School is ranked #1322 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Owensville Middle School?
408 students attend Owensville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Owensville Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Owensville Middle School?
Owensville Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Owensville Middle School offer ?
Owensville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Owensville Middle School part of?
Owensville Middle School is part of Gasconade County R-II School District.
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