Owen County Schools & Education
Owen County, Indiana
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
55/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
97.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
97.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 92.6%
Per-Pupil Spending
$5,991
National avg $13,239
State avg $5,507
School Score
55/100
Higher = better
State avg 39/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#4
of 92 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Owen County
School Verdict
Owen County performs at an average level with a school score of 55/100 and a solid graduation rate of 97.0%.
Funding Context
At $5,991 per pupil, Owen County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Owen County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 42% above the Indiana average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 4.4 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 9% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Owen County, Indiana
Owen County's Unified Rural School System
A single school district manages Owen County's six public schools, which serve a total of 2,238 students. The layout includes four elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school to cover the entire county.
Top-Tier Graduation Rates and Performance
Owen County achieves a remarkable 97.0% graduation rate, ten points higher than the national average and significantly above Indiana's 92.6%. The county spends $5,991 per pupil, which is more than the $5,507 state average but below the national benchmark.
Spencer-Owen Community Schools Dominance
Spencer-Owen Community Schools operates 100% of the public campuses in the county with no charter school competition. The district's largest facility is Owen Valley Community High School, which enrolls 671 students.
A Purely Rural Learning Experience
All six schools are located in rural areas, offering a consistent environment for the county's 2,238 students. While Owen Valley High is the largest, Gosport Elementary provides a very intimate setting with just 144 students.
Find Your Place in Owen County
Families seeking elite graduation outcomes and a consistent rural atmosphere should look no further than Owen County. Explore available homes to join a community that clearly prioritizes student success.
School Overview
Total Schools
6
in Owen County
Total Enrollment
2,238
students
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
1 School District in Owen County
Spencer-Owen Community Schools
6 Public Schools in Owen County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owen Valley Community High School | Spencer-Owen Community Schools | 9–12 | High | 671 |
| Spencer Elementary School | Spencer-Owen Community Schools | PK–6 | Primary | 557 |
| McCormick's Creek Elementary Sch | Spencer-Owen Community Schools | KG–6 | Primary | 393 |
| Owen Valley Middle School | Spencer-Owen Community Schools | 7–8 | Middle | 344 |
| Gosport Elementary School | Spencer-Owen Community Schools | PK–6 | Primary | 144 |
| Patricksburg Elementary School | Spencer-Owen Community Schools | PK–6 | Primary | 129 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$5,991
State avg $5,507
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Owen County, Indiana — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Owen County, Indiana?
A single school district manages Owen County's six public schools, which serve a total of 2,238 students. The layout includes four elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school to cover the entire county.
How do schools in Owen County perform academically?
Owen County achieves a remarkable 97.0% graduation rate, ten points higher than the national average and significantly above Indiana's 92.6%. The county spends $5,991 per pupil, which is more than the $5,507 state average but below the national benchmark.
What are the major school districts in Owen County, Indiana?
Spencer-Owen Community Schools operates 100% of the public campuses in the county with no charter school competition. The district's largest facility is Owen Valley Community High School, which enrolls 671 students.
What is the school experience like in Owen County?
All six schools are located in rural areas, offering a consistent environment for the county's 2,238 students. While Owen Valley High is the largest, Gosport Elementary provides a very intimate setting with just 144 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Owen County, Indiana?
Families seeking elite graduation outcomes and a consistent rural atmosphere should look no further than Owen County. Explore available homes to join a community that clearly prioritizes student success.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.