Serving 14 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Owatonna Online K-6 ranks in the top 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Owatonna Online K-6 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Owatonna Online K-6's student population of 14 students has declined by 80% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
14 students
School Rankings
Owatonna Online K-6 ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Owatonna Online K-6 is 0.44, 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
#765 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Hispanic
21%
12%
Black
7%
12%
White
72%
60%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 K-6's ranking?
Owatonna Online K-6 is ranked #765 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Owatonna Online K-6?
14 students attend Owatonna Online K-6.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Owatonna Online K-6 students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Black.
What grades does Owatonna Online K-6 offer ?
Owatonna Online K-6 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Owatonna Online K-6 part of?
Owatonna Online K-6 is part of Owatonna Public School District.
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