Serving 209 students in grades 6-8, Osawatomie Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Osawatomie Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Osawatomie Middle School's student population of 209 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
209 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Campus Size
50
School Rankings
Osawatomie Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Osawatomie Middle School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#885 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
83%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Osawatomie Middle School's ranking?
Osawatomie Middle School is ranked #885 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Osawatomie Middle School often compared to?
Osawatomie Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ottawa Middle School, Prairie View Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Osawatomie Middle School?
209 students attend Osawatomie Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Osawatomie Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Osawatomie Middle School?
Osawatomie Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Osawatomie Middle School offer ?
Osawatomie Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Osawatomie Middle School part of?
Osawatomie Middle School is part of Osawatomie School District.
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