Olson Middle
329 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Olson Middle School, located in the Camden neighborhood of North Minneapolis, is part of the Minneapolis Public Schools district. It serves students in grades 6–8, providing a transitional academic environment designed to support early adolescents as they move from elementary school toward high school readiness. The school is situated at 1607 51st Ave N and acts as a local hub for the surrounding community, focusing on academic achievement, social-emotional development, and preparing students for the rigors of secondary education.
The school’s curriculum and culture are rooted in the mission of the Minneapolis Public Schools, which emphasizes equitable access to rigorous instruction and a commitment to diverse learning styles. As a public middle school, Olson typically provides a broad range of programming, including core academic subjects like math, science, and literacy, alongside opportunities for elective courses and extracurricular engagement. Families interested in specific current offerings, enrollment procedures, or school-wide initiatives can find comprehensive information on their official district website at [mpls.k12.mn.us](http://www.mpls.k12.mn.us/).
The school’s curriculum and culture are rooted in the mission of the Minneapolis Public Schools, which emphasizes equitable access to rigorous instruction and a commitment to diverse learning styles. As a public middle school, Olson typically provides a broad range of programming, including core academic subjects like math, science, and literacy, alongside opportunities for elective courses and extracurricular engagement. Families interested in specific current offerings, enrollment procedures, or school-wide initiatives can find comprehensive information on their official district website at [mpls.k12.mn.us](http://www.mpls.k12.mn.us/).
329
Total Students
41.5
Full-Time Teachers
7.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
76.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 23 |
| Hispanic | 99 |
| Black | 133 |
| Asian | 37 |
| Two or More | 27 |
| American Indian | 10 |
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Black133 (40.4%)
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Hispanic99 (30.1%)
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Asian37 (11.2%)
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Two or More27 (8.2%)
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White23 (7.0%)
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American Indian10 (3.0%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Minneapolis Public School District |
| Phone: | (612)668-1640 |
| Website: | http://www.mpls.k12.mn.us/ |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 329 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 41.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 7.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 239 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 13 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
122
Grade 7
84
Grade 8
123
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 122 |
| Grade 7 | 84 |
| Grade 8 | 123 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 139 | 42.2% |
| Male | 190 | 57.8% |
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