Serving 524 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Olson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Olson Elementary serves the southwest part of Minneapolis, covering an area of approximately 4.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Olson Elementary School's student population of 524 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
524 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Olson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olson Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#471 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 1994–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
White Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olson Elementary School's ranking?
Olson Elementary School is ranked #471 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Olson Elementary School often compared to?
Olson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest Elementary School, Poplar Bridge Elementary School, Ridgeview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Olson Elementary School?
524 students attend Olson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Olson Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olson Elementary School?
Olson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Olson Elementary School offer ?
Olson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Olson Elementary School part of?
Olson Elementary School is part of Bloomington School District.
In what neighborhood is Olson Elementary School located?
Olson Elementary School is located in the West Bloomington neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 16 other public schools located in West Bloomington.
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