Columbus Middle vs Olson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Wisconsin, United States, 99 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbus Middle
Columbus · Public middle · Grades 6–8
241 students
Olson Middle
Mauston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
240 students
| Measure | Columbus Middle Columbus, Wisconsin | Olson Middle Mauston, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #167 of 359 | #284 of 359 |
| National rank | #6165 of 15,369 | #9585 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 241 | 240 |
| Enrollment | 241 | 240 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.8% | 55.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 39% |
| city | Columbus | Mauston |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Columbus Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.8 vs 41.1).
- •Columbus Middle does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 35%).
- •Columbus Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.8% vs 55.4%).
- •Columbus Middle does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 14.1).
- •Columbus Middle is the larger school with 241 students compared with 240.
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 Columbus Middle better than Olson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Columbus Middle ranks higher (56.8 vs 41.1 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 Columbus Middle and Olson Middle?
About 99 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Mauston in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbus Middle: 241. Olson Middle: 240. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbus Middle and Olson Middle rank in Wisconsin?
Columbus Middle is 167th of 359 and Olson Middle is 284th of 359 among middle schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).