Ozona Middle

Ozona Middle serves 144 students in grades 6 through 8 as a regular public school in Ozona, Texas. Its 9:1 student-teacher ratio puts more instructional attention on each student than most Texas middle schools can offer — a structural advantage that shows up clearly in the outcomes data. The school earns a composite score of 9.3 out of 10, rated Exceptional, ranking 9th among 1,693 middle schools in Texas.

That places it in a tier almost no school reaches: Ozona Middle outperforms 100% of public schools statewide, sitting at #47 out of 8,547. Its growth score of 9.8 out of 10 is the standout metric, signaling that students here advance faster than nearly every peer cohort across the state — not just in similar-sized schools, but against all comers. Academic performance scores 8.5 out of 10, confirming that the growth numbers reflect real learning gains rather than a low starting baseline.

For families in Ozona comparing middle school options, the picture is clear — this school ranks first among the three public schools in town, and the margin isn't marginal. What Ozona Middle produces for 144 students is difficult to find anywhere else in Texas.

With an enrollment of 144 students, Ozona Middle is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9:1, Ozona Middle offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Ozona Middle may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.