Hugo A. Owens Middle
1,315 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Hugo A. Owens Middle School, located in Chesapeake, Virginia, is a public middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8. Named in honor of Hugo A. Owens, a prominent local civil rights leader and the first African American to serve on the Chesapeake City Council, the school strives to uphold a legacy of community leadership and academic excellence. As part of the Chesapeake Public Schools district, the institution is dedicated to providing a comprehensive educational environment that fosters intellectual growth, social responsibility, and preparation for high school success.
The school is well-regarded for its commitment to a well-rounded curriculum, offering a variety of core academic subjects alongside elective opportunities that allow students to explore their interests in the arts, technology, and physical education. Beyond the classroom, Hugo A. Owens Middle School emphasizes a supportive culture, encouraging student participation in extracurricular activities, sports teams, and clubs. By focusing on both academic rigor and character development, the school aims to empower its diverse student body to become productive and engaged citizens within the broader Chesapeake community.
The school is well-regarded for its commitment to a well-rounded curriculum, offering a variety of core academic subjects alongside elective opportunities that allow students to explore their interests in the arts, technology, and physical education. Beyond the classroom, Hugo A. Owens Middle School emphasizes a supportive culture, encouraging student participation in extracurricular activities, sports teams, and clubs. By focusing on both academic rigor and character development, the school aims to empower its diverse student body to become productive and engaged citizens within the broader Chesapeake community.
1,315
Total Students
84.8
Full-Time Teachers
15.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
24.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 633 |
| Hispanic | 160 |
| Black | 351 |
| Asian | 35 |
| Two or More | 130 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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White633 (48.1 %)
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Black351 (26.7 %)
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Hispanic160 (12.2 %)
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Two or More130 (9.9 %)
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Asian35 (2.7 %)
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American Indian3 (0.2 %)
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Pacific Islander3 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Chesapeake City Public Schools |
| Phone: | (757)558-5382 |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 1,315 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 84.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 286 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 38 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
418
Grade 7
449
Grade 8
448
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 418 |
| Grade 7 | 449 |
| Grade 8 | 448 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 637 | 48.4% |
| Male | 678 | 51.6% |
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