Below Average
#7288 of 8,552 schools in TX
Owens Int
Middle School · ALIEF ISD
6900 TURTLEWOOD, Houston, TX 77072
Enrollment
731
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
731
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
5th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,288 of 8,552
In Houston
#590 of 723
public schools
In district
#38 of 42
ALIEF ISD
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Owens Int
Owens Int is a public middle school in Houston, TX, part of ALIEF ISD. Owens Int serves approximately 731 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Owens Int has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #7,288 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Owens Int show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Owens Int were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Owens Int — Students at Owens Int score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 2.2/10.
How Owens Int Compares
See how Owens Int performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
6900 TURTLEWOOD, Houston, TX 77072
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Owens Int may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - HOUSTON (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OLLE MIDDLE (rated 5.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHAMBERS EL Houston | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| CHANCELLOR EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| ALIEF LEARNING CTR (6-12) Houston | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| ALIEF LEARNING CTR (K-6) Houston | 0.9 mi | — |
| BUSH EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| LANDIS EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| COLLINS EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| MARTIN EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| HUA XIA CHINESE SCHOOL Houston | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| YES PREP - WEST Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXPLORATION- HOUSTON Houston | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - HOUSTON Houston | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY-HOUSTON Houston | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| MARIA DEL CARMEN MARTINEZ EARLY LEARNING CENTER Houston | 1.6 mi | — |
| MOLO BILINGUAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 1.7 mi | — |
| OLLE MIDDLE Houston | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| ALIEF MONTESSORI COMMUNITY SCHOOL Houston | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| HORN EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| BOONE EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| WHITE E EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77072 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,893
Median Home Value
$175,100
Median Rent
$1,248/mo
Population
58,681
College Educated
17.6%
Homeownership
45.1%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
24.4%
Median Age
35.1
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|---|---|
| C B THOMPSON MIDDLE Quinlan, TX | 4.2 |
| CHISHOLM TRAIL MIDDLE Rhome, TX | 4.2 |
| DAILEY MIDDLE Austin, TX | 4.2 |
| DELAY MIDDLE Lewisville, TX | 4.2 |
| ENERGIZED FOR EXCELLENCE ACADEMY INC MIDDLE Houston, TX | 4.2 |
| GAINESVILLE INT Gainesville, TX | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Owens Int
What grades does Owens Int serve?
Owens Int serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend Owens Int?
Owens Int has an enrollment of approximately 731 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Owens Int?
The student-teacher ratio at Owens Int is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Owens Int rank in TX?
Owens Int ranks #7,288 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Owens Int's MySchoolScout rating?
Owens Int has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Owens Int?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Owens Int has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Owens Int a charter school?
No, Owens Int is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Owens Int a Title I school?
No, Owens Int is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Owens Int?
89.2% of students at Owens Int 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
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 731
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.5%
- Phone
- (281) 983-8466
Resources & Links
District
ALIEF ISD- District Enrollment
- 39,474
- Schools in District
- 47
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,388
- District Rank
- #38 of 42
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