Serving 308 students in grades 6-8, Olson Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Olson Middle School's student population of 308 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Olson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olson Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1805 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
2%
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
18%
12%
Black
47%
12%
White
10%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olson Middle School's ranking?
Olson Middle School is ranked #1805 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Olson Middle School often compared to?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Olson Middle School?
308 students attend Olson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Olson Middle School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olson Middle School?
Olson Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower 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 Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Olson Middle School located?
Olson Middle School is located in the Camden neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 11 other public schools located in Camden.
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