Oltman Middle School vs St. Michael-Albertville Middle East
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Minnesota, United States, 65 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Oltman Middle School
Cottage Grove · Public middle · Grades 6–8
956 students
St. Michael-Albertville Middle East
Saint Michael · Public middle · Grades 5–8
959 students
| Measure | Oltman Middle School Cottage Grove, Minnesota | St. Michael-Albertville Middle East Saint Michael, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #167 of 266 | #25 of 266 |
| National rank | #5707 of 15,369 | #1432 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 956 | 959 |
| Enrollment | 956 | 959 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.6% | 18.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 19.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 73% |
| city | Cottage Grove | Saint Michael |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •St. Michael-Albertville Middle East scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.4 vs 59.0).
- •St. Michael-Albertville Middle East does better on math proficiency (73% vs 48%).
- •St. Michael-Albertville Middle East does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 54%).
- •St. Michael-Albertville Middle East does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.8% vs 29.6%).
- •St. Michael-Albertville Middle East does better on students per teacher (19.2 vs 19.5).
- •St. Michael-Albertville Middle East is the larger school with 959 students compared with 956.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Oltman Middle School better than St. Michael-Albertville Middle East?
On the Success Index (US), St. Michael-Albertville Middle East ranks higher (80.4 vs 59.0 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 Oltman Middle School and St. Michael-Albertville Middle East?
About 65 km in a straight line, between Cottage Grove and Saint Michael in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Oltman Middle School: 956. St. Michael-Albertville Middle East: 959. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Oltman Middle School and St. Michael-Albertville Middle East rank in Minnesota?
Oltman Middle School is 167th of 266 and St. Michael-Albertville Middle East is 25th of 266 among middle schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).