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#1674 of 1,750 schools in OK

Owasso 8th Grade Ctr

Middle School · OWASSO

1501 North Ash Street, Owasso, OK 74055

Enrollment

772

Student-Teacher

19.3:1

Score

4.0

Grades

8th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#1,674 of 1,750

In Owasso

#13 of 13

public schools

In district

#13 of 13

OWASSO

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Owasso 8th Grade Ctr

4.0/10

Middle School in Owasso · grades 8th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Owasso HS

6.5/10

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6.7/10

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About Owasso 8th Grade Ctr

Owasso 8th Grade Ctr is a public middle school in Owasso, OK, part of OWASSO. Owasso 8th Grade Ctr serves approximately 772 students, and covers grades 8th-8th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Owasso 8th Grade Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,674 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Owasso 8th Grade Ctr show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • OK avg 5.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency24% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-15.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,409
Chronic Absenteeism23.3%

Owasso 8th Grade Ctr — Students at Owasso 8th Grade Ctr score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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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 OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 40 test records from OK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
75%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
76%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
26%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
38%
ELA
46%
2025
Math
23%
ELA
25%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How Owasso 8th Grade Ctr Compares

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

Overall Score
4.0/10
4th percentile in OK
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

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 7.2/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Collinsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is OWASSO 6TH GRADE CTR (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OWASSO 7TH GRADE CTR (rated 6.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. 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 6.5
OWASSO 6TH GRADE CTR Owasso 0.7 mi 6.7
OWASSO PREPARATORY ACADEMY Owasso 0.7 mi 3.2
PAMELA HODSON ES Owasso 0.7 mi 7.0
MILLS ES Owasso 0.9 mi 5.9
HAYWARD SMITH ES Owasso 0.9 mi 4.1
NORTHEAST ES Owasso 1.4 mi 6.1
ATOR ES Owasso 1.8 mi 5.8
OWASSO 7TH GRADE CTR Owasso 1.8 mi 6.0
LARKIN BAILEY ES Owasso 2.2 mi 4.0
LUCILLE ELLINGWOOD MORROW ES Owasso 3.5 mi 6.3
STONE CANYON ES Owasso 3.3 mi 4.9
HERALD ES Collinsville 4.1 mi 8.8
COLLINSVILLE UPPER ES Collinsville 4.1 mi 4.3
COLLINSVILLE EC CTR Collinsville 4.2 mi 5.5
BARNES ES Owasso 3.7 mi 7.0
COLLINSVILLE MS Collinsville 5.7 mi 5.0
WILSON 6TH GRADE CENTER Collinsville 6.1 mi 7.2
COLLINSVILLE HS Collinsville 6.2 mi 6.7
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

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BRINK JHS Oklahoma City, OK 4.3
DURANT MS Durant, OK 3.7
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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 ranks #1,674 of 1,750 schools in OK.

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

Owasso 8th Grade Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Owasso 8th Grade Ctr?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Owasso 8th Grade Ctr has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.3%

District

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

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