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.
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

Student Demographics for Hugo A. Owens Middle
Demographic Student Count
White633
Hispanic160
Black351
Asian35
Two or More130
American Indian3
Pacific Islander3
  • White
    633 (48.1 %)
  • Black
    351 (26.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    160 (12.2 %)
  • Two or More
    130 (9.9 %)
  • Asian
    35 (2.7 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Hugo A. Owens Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6418
Grade 7449
Grade 8448
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Hugo A. Owens Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female63748.4%
Male67851.6%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)