Blue Earth Area Middle vs BOLD Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Minnesota, United States, 144 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blue Earth Area Middle
Blue Earth · Public middle · Grades 6–7
163 students
BOLD Middle School
Olivia · Public middle · Grades 5–8
173 students
| Measure | Blue Earth Area Middle Blue Earth, Minnesota | BOLD Middle School Olivia, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #189 of 266 | #151 of 266 |
| National rank | #6988 of 15,369 | #5225 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–7 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 163 | 173 |
| Enrollment | 163 | 173 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.3% | 46.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | – |
| Math proficiency | 37% | – |
| city | Blue Earth | Olivia |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •BOLD Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.1 vs 53.0).
- •BOLD Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.8% vs 50.3%).
- •BOLD Middle School is the larger school with 173 students compared with 163.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Blue Earth Area Middle better than BOLD Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), BOLD Middle School ranks higher (61.1 vs 53.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Blue Earth Area Middle and BOLD Middle School?
About 144 km in a straight line, between Blue Earth and Olivia in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Blue Earth Area Middle: 163. BOLD Middle School: 173. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Blue Earth Area Middle and BOLD Middle School rank in Minnesota?
Blue Earth Area Middle is 189th of 266 and BOLD Middle School is 151st of 266 among middle schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).