Serving 268 students in grades 5-8, Osage Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is equal to the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Osage Middle School's student population of 268 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Osage Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Osage Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#542 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
91%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Osage Middle School's ranking?
Osage Middle School is ranked #542 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Osage Middle School?
268 students attend Osage Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Osage Middle School students are White, 5% 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 Osage Middle School?
Osage Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Osage Middle School offer ?
Osage Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Osage Middle School part of?
Osage Middle School is part of Osage Comm School District.
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