Summary:
Osawatomie, Kansas has only one middle school, Osawatomie Middle School, which serves students in grades 6-8. The data shows this school is underperforming compared to state averages across several key metrics, including academic proficiency, attendance, and overall school quality.
Osawatomie Middle School has an enrollment of 209 students and is ranked 229 out of 264 school districts in Osawatomie, receiving a 1 out of 5 star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's academic performance is concerning, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science all below the Kansas state averages. For example, in the 2024-2025 school year, the school's English Language Arts proficiency rate was 29.77% compared to the state average of 44.47%.
Other areas of concern include the school's high chronic absenteeism rate of 19.5% and the fact that over 63% of students are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high-need student population. While the school spends $14,059 per student, which is relatively high, the academic outcomes do not yet reflect a strong return on this investment. Overall, the data suggests Osawatomie Middle School faces significant challenges and will need to focus on improving instructional practices, attendance, and targeted interventions to support student learning and success.
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