Serving 936 students in grades 6-8, Otto Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 936 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Otto Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Otto Middle School's student population of 936 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
936 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Rankings
Otto Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Otto Middle School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#919 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
35%
6%
Hispanic
28%
54%
Black
12%
13%
White
21%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Plano Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Otto Middle School's ranking?
Otto Middle School is ranked #919 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Otto Middle School often compared to?
Otto Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bowman Middle School, Armstrong Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Otto Middle School?
936 students attend Otto Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Otto Middle School students are Asian, 28% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Otto Middle School?
Otto Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Otto Middle School offer ?
Otto Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Otto Middle School part of?
Otto Middle School is part of Plano Independent School District.
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