Serving 762 students in grades 6-8, Olson Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (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 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 762 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Olson Middle serves the west part of Minneapolis, MN, covering an area of approximately 12.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Olson Middle School's student population of 762 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 152% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
762 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1975
School Calendar
School Motto
Dream, Believe, Achieve
School Rankings
Olson Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olson Middle School is 0.58, which is less 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
#599 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
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)
43%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)18.8%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olson Middle School's ranking?
Olson Middle School is ranked #599 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Olson Middle School often compared to?
Olson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Grove Middle School, Valley View Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% 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 Middle School?
762 students attend Olson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Olson Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olson Middle School?
Olson Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Olson Middle School offer ?
Olson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Olson Middle School part of?
Olson Middle School is part of Bloomington School District.
In what neighborhood is Olson Middle School located?
Olson Middle 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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