Jefferson High School vs Olson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Minnesota, United States, 537 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson High School
Bloomington · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,684 students
Olson Middle
Bloomington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
762 students
| Measure | Jefferson High School Bloomington, Minnesota | Olson Middle Bloomington, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #156 of 433 | #53 of 266 |
| National rank | #5013 of 16,910 | #2146 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,684 | 762 |
| Enrollment | 1,684 | 762 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 28% | 26.4% |
| Students per teacher | 22.8 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 59% |
| city | Bloomington | Bloomington |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Olson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.2 vs 63.1).
- •Jefferson High School does better on math proficiency (63% vs 59%).
- •Olson Middle does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 59%).
- •Olson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.4% vs 28%).
- •Olson Middle does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 22.8).
- •Jefferson High School is the larger school with 1,684 students compared with 762.
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 Jefferson High School better than Olson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Olson Middle ranks higher (76.2 vs 63.1 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 Jefferson High School and Olson Middle?
About 537 m in a straight line, between Bloomington and Bloomington in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson High School: 1,684. Olson Middle: 762. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson High School and Olson Middle rank in Minnesota?
Jefferson High School is 156th of 433 and Olson Middle is 53rd of 266 among high schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).