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Owatonna Middle School
Middle School · OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
500 15TH ST NE, Owatonna, MN 55060
Enrollment
1,015
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,015
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,515 of 1,992
In Owatonna
#10 of 11
public schools
In district
#9 of 10
OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Owatonna Middle School
Owatonna Middle School is a public middle school in Owatonna, MN, part of OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Owatonna Middle School serves approximately 1,015 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Owatonna Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,515 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Owatonna Middle School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- MN avg 5.8
Score Breakdown
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Owatonna Middle School — Students at Owatonna Middle School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.7/10.
How Owatonna Middle School Compares
See how Owatonna Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
500 15TH ST NE, Owatonna, MN 55060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Owatonna Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. OWATONNA SENIOR HIGH (rated 6.9/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARYS SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Owatonna, see our Owatonna schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Owatonna | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| OWATONNA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Owatonna | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY Owatonna | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| OWATONNA ECSE Owatonna | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| OWATONNA ALC 9-12 Owatonna | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Owatonna Online K-6 Owatonna | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Owatonna Online 9-12 Owatonna | 1.1 mi | 2.1 |
| Owatonna Online 7-8 Owatonna | 1.1 mi | — |
| CHOICE Technical Academy Owatonna | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| ST MARYS SCHOOL Owatonna | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Owatonna | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| WILSON ELEMENTARY Owatonna | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| OWATONNA SENIOR HIGH Owatonna | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| MEDFORD SECONDARY Medford | 5.1 mi | 5.0 |
| MEDFORD ELEMENTARY Medford | 5.1 mi | 5.9 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Faribault | 12.1 mi | — |
| Falcons Online Academy-Middle Faribault | 12.1 mi | — |
| Falcons Online Academy-HS Faribault | 12.1 mi | 4.1 |
| FARIBAULT MIDDLE Faribault | 12.2 mi | 5.4 |
| MN ACADEMY FOR THE BLIND Faribault | 13.0 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,848
Median Home Value
$239,300
Median Rent
$1,018/mo
Population
29,601
College Educated
31.4%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
40.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Owatonna Middle School
What grades does Owatonna Middle School serve?
Owatonna Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Owatonna Middle School?
Owatonna Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,015 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Owatonna Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Owatonna Middle School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Owatonna Middle School rank in MN?
Owatonna Middle School ranks #1,515 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Owatonna Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Owatonna Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Owatonna Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Owatonna Middle School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Owatonna Middle School a charter school?
No, Owatonna Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Owatonna Middle School a Title I school?
No, Owatonna Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Owatonna Middle School?
45.6% of students at Owatonna Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,015
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 66
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Steele County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.8%
- Phone
- (507) 444-8700
Resources & Links
District
OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,995
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,596
- District Rank
- #9 of 10
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