Serving 312 students in grades 6-8, Owensboro Innovation Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Owensboro Innovation Middle School's student population of 312 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Owensboro Innovation Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Owensboro Innovation Middle School is 0.49, which is more 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
#552 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
10%
Black
8%
11%
White
70%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Owensboro Innovation Middle School's ranking?
Owensboro Innovation Middle School is ranked #552 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Owensboro Innovation Middle School often compared to?
Owensboro Innovation Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daviess County Middle School, F T Burns Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Owensboro Innovation Middle School?
312 students attend Owensboro Innovation Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Owensboro Innovation Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Owensboro Innovation Middle School?
Owensboro Innovation Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Owensboro Innovation Middle School offer ?
Owensboro Innovation Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Owensboro Innovation Middle School part of?
Owensboro Innovation Middle School is part of Owensboro Independent School District.
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