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Owasso 8th Grade Ctr

Middle School · OWASSO

1501 North Ash Street, Owasso, OK 74055

Enrollment

772

Student-Teacher

19.3:1

Score

5.1

Grades

8th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Owasso

#10 of 13

public schools

Oklahoma middle schools

#226 of 356

In district

#10 of 13

OWASSO

About Owasso 8th Grade Ctr

Owasso 8th Grade Center serves 772 eighth graders in the suburban Owasso community in Tulsa County. With 40 full-time teachers on staff, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19.3:1, providing a moderate class size for this middle school level. Academically, the school is working with room for growth.

English Language Arts proficiency sits at 35 percent, while math proficiency is at 24 percent. These scores reflect a school in transition, with the academic rating at 6.5/10 and an overall MySchoolScout rating of 5.6/10. The school ranks at the 52nd percentile among Oklahoma's 1,752 schools, placing it near the state average (#849).

As a regular public middle school focused on eighth-grade students, Owasso 8th Grade Center is part of the larger Owasso school community. The school's location at 1501 North Ash Street places it in a well-established suburban setting, offering families a traditional middle school experience in an area with good access to local resources and amenities.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Above Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-2.28 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26%
Reading/ELA Proficiency32%
Overall Proficiency29%
Expected (poverty-adj.)41%
vs. Expected-11.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment2.4Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$8,593

Owasso 8th Grade Ctr — Students at Owasso 8th Grade Ctr score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 23.7%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from OK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
32%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
26%
ELA
32%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Owasso 8th Grade Ctr Compares

See how Owasso 8th Grade Ctr performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
24th percentile in OK
Academic
5.8/10
5.8/10
Growth
6.1/10
Above average
Environment
2.4/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers

Location

1501 North Ash Street, Owasso, OK 74055

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Owasso 8th Grade Ctr may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WILSON 6TH GRADE CENTER (rated 5.4/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Collinsville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is OWASSO 7TH GRADE CTR (rated 5.3/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, OWASSO 6TH GRADE CTR (rated 5.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Owasso, see our Owasso schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.8 mi
School Distance Rating
OWASSO HS Owasso 0.3 mi 5.8
OWASSO 6TH GRADE CTR Owasso 0.7 mi 5.2
OWASSO PREPARATORY ACADEMY Owasso 0.7 mi 3.2
PAMELA HODSON ES Owasso 0.7 mi 6.2
MILLS ES Owasso 0.9 mi 3.8
HAYWARD SMITH ES Owasso 0.9 mi 6.9
NORTHEAST ES Owasso 1.4 mi 4.4
ATOR ES Owasso 1.8 mi 5.1
OWASSO 7TH GRADE CTR Owasso 1.8 mi 5.3
LARKIN BAILEY ES Owasso 2.2 mi 5.2
LUCILLE ELLINGWOOD MORROW ES Owasso 3.5 mi 7.1
STONE CANYON ES Owasso 3.3 mi 4.9
HERALD ES Collinsville 4.1 mi 8.1
COLLINSVILLE UPPER ES Collinsville 4.1 mi 6.2
COLLINSVILLE EC CTR Collinsville 4.2 mi 4.3
BARNES ES Owasso 3.7 mi 5.5
COLLINSVILLE MS Collinsville 5.7 mi 4.1
WILSON 6TH GRADE CENTER Collinsville 6.1 mi 5.4
COLLINSVILLE HS Collinsville 6.2 mi 5.5
LINCOLN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tulsa 7.8 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74055 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,897

Median Home Value

$261,400

Median Rent

$1,218/mo

Population

49,895

College Educated

38.6%

Homeownership

71.1%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

36.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Owasso 8th Grade Ctr has a median household income of $86,897. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $261,400, with a median rent of $1,218/month. The local poverty rate of 6.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Owasso 8th Grade Ctr

What grades does Owasso 8th Grade Ctr serve?

Owasso 8th Grade Ctr serves students in grades 8th through 8th.

How many students attend Owasso 8th Grade Ctr?

Owasso 8th Grade Ctr has an enrollment of approximately 772 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Owasso 8th Grade Ctr?

The student-teacher ratio at Owasso 8th Grade Ctr is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Owasso 8th Grade Ctr rank in OK?

Owasso 8th Grade Ctr is ranked #1323 out of 1,747 schools in OK.

What is Owasso 8th Grade Ctr's MySchoolScout rating?

Owasso 8th Grade Ctr has a composite rating of 5.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Owasso 8th Grade Ctr?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Owasso 8th Grade Ctr has 23.7% math proficiency and 35.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Owasso 8th Grade Ctr a charter school?

No, Owasso 8th Grade Ctr is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Owasso 8th Grade Ctr a Title I school?

No, Owasso 8th Grade Ctr is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Owasso 8th Grade Ctr?

41.5% of students at Owasso 8th Grade Ctr qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (1,540/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Owasso). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
8th – 8th
Enrollment
772
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Tulsa County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

OWASSO
District Enrollment
9,898
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,409
District Rank
#10 of 13

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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