Serving 66 students in grades 9-12, Owatonna Online 9-12 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Owatonna Online 9-12 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Owatonna Online 9-12's student population of 66 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
66 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Owatonna Online 9-12 ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Owatonna Online 9-12 is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#673 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
17%
12%
Black
11%
12%
White
65%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Owatonna Online 9-12's ranking?
Owatonna Online 9-12 is ranked #673 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Owatonna Online 9-12?
The graduation rate of Owatonna Online 9-12 is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Owatonna Online 9-12?
66 students attend Owatonna Online 9-12.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Owatonna Online 9-12 students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Owatonna Online 9-12 offer ?
Owatonna Online 9-12 offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Owatonna Online 9-12 part of?
Owatonna Online 9-12 is part of Owatonna Public School District.
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