Ellis Middle vs I.J. Holton Intermediate School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Minnesota, United States, 130 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ellis Middle
Austin · Public middle · Grades 7–8
726 students
I.J. Holton Intermediate School
Austin · Public middle · Grades 5–6
712 students
| Measure | Ellis Middle Austin, Minnesota | I.J. Holton Intermediate School Austin, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #199 of 266 | #216 of 266 |
| National rank | #8095 of 15,369 | #9698 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 5–6 |
| Students | 726 | 712 |
| Enrollment | 726 | 712 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.3% | 59% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 26% |
| city | Austin | Austin |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ellis Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.9 vs 40.5).
- •Ellis Middle does better on math proficiency (43% vs 26%).
- •I.J. Holton Intermediate School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 46%).
- •Ellis Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.3% vs 59%).
- •I.J. Holton Intermediate School does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 14.8).
- •Ellis Middle is the larger school with 726 students compared with 712.
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 Ellis Middle better than I.J. Holton Intermediate School?
On the Success Index (US), Ellis Middle ranks higher (47.9 vs 40.5 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 Ellis Middle and I.J. Holton Intermediate School?
About 130 m in a straight line, between Austin and Austin in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ellis Middle: 726. I.J. Holton Intermediate School: 712. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ellis Middle and I.J. Holton Intermediate School rank in Minnesota?
Ellis Middle is 199th of 266 and I.J. Holton Intermediate School is 216th of 266 among middle schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).