Serving 504 students in grades 7-8, Osborn Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Osborn Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Osborn Middle School's student population of 504 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
504 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Osborn Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Osborn Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1407 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
6%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
65%
47%
Black
16%
6%
White
8%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Osborn Middle School's ranking?
Osborn Middle School is ranked #1407 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Osborn Middle School often compared to?
Osborn Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Meadows School, Encanto School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Osborn Middle School?
504 students attend Osborn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Osborn Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Osborn Middle School?
Osborn Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Osborn Middle School offer ?
Osborn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Osborn Middle School part of?
Osborn Middle School is part of Osborn Elementary District (4262) School District.
In what neighborhood is Osborn Middle School located?
Osborn Middle School is located in the Alhambra neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 34 other public schools located in Alhambra.
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