Serving 1,155 students in grades 6-8, Osseo Middle School 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 45% (which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,155 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Osseo Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Osseo Middle School's student population of 1,155 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Osseo Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Osseo Middle School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#928 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
25%
12%
White
47%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Osseo Middle School's ranking?
Osseo Middle School is ranked #928 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Osseo Middle School often compared to?
Osseo Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maple Grove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Osseo Middle School?
1,155 students attend Osseo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Osseo Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Osseo Middle School?
Osseo Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Osseo Middle School offer ?
Osseo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Osseo Middle School part of?
Osseo Middle School is part of Osseo Public School District.
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