Serving 956 students in grades 6-8, Oltman Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 956 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oltman Middle School's student population of 956 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 150% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
956 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oltman Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oltman Middle School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1130 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
10%
12%
White
57%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
South Washington County Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oltman Middle School's ranking?
Oltman Middle School is ranked #1130 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Oltman Middle School often compared to?
Oltman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cottage Grove Middle School, Woodbury Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Oltman Middle School?
956 students attend Oltman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Oltman Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oltman Middle School?
Oltman Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oltman Middle School offer ?
Oltman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oltman Middle School part of?
Oltman Middle School is part of South Washington County Schools.
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