Serving 22 students in grades 7-8, Owatonna Online 7-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Owatonna Online 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Owatonna Online 7-8's student population of 22 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
22 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Owatonna Online 7-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Owatonna Online 7-8 is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1212 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
Hispanic
14%
12%
White
73%
60%
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Owatonna Online 7-8's ranking?
Owatonna Online 7-8 is ranked #1212 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Owatonna Online 7-8?
22 students attend Owatonna Online 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Owatonna Online 7-8 students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Owatonna Online 7-8?
Owatonna Online 7-8 has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Owatonna Online 7-8 offer ?
Owatonna Online 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Owatonna Online 7-8 part of?
Owatonna Online 7-8 is part of Owatonna Public School District.
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