Serving 338 students in grades 7-8, Owen Valley Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Owen Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Owen Valley Middle School's student population of 338 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Owen Valley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Owen Valley Middle School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#868 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Owen Valley Middle School's ranking?
Owen Valley Middle School is ranked #868 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Owen Valley Middle School?
338 students attend Owen Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Owen Valley Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Owen Valley Middle School?
Owen Valley Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Owen Valley Middle School offer ?
Owen Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Owen Valley Middle School part of?
Owen Valley Middle School is part of Spencer-Owen Community Schools School District.
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