Serving 633 students in grades 6-8, Olsen Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Olsen Middle School's student population of 633 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
633 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Olsen Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olsen Middle School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3358 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
41%
37%
Black
40%
21%
White
13%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olsen Middle School's ranking?
Olsen Middle School is ranked #3358 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Olsen Middle School often compared to?
Olsen Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Attucks Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Olsen Middle School?
633 students attend Olsen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Olsen Middle School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olsen Middle School?
Olsen Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Olsen Middle School offer ?
Olsen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Olsen Middle School part of?
Olsen Middle School is part of Broward School District.
School Calendar
View the Olsen Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Schools Closed
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
December 27, 2024 (Friday)
Schools Closed
December 30, 2024 (Monday)
School Reviews
1 1/5/2019
Do not send your child here. There is alot of fighting and bullying . Teachers can only do so much.
5 9/20/2018
We transferred to Olsen Middle last year from HAAS. We are much happier here at Olsen. The teachers and the staff have been very supportive and caring. My child has gone from very unhappy and unproductive at HAAS to making honor roll and being happy at Olsen. I am glad I can stay in touch with the teachers and access her work online. This school has many incentives. There is a virtual learning class that empowers the kids into running a virtual company. I am very impressed with the electives. There are also classes that certifies the kids in Microsoft office. I am happy with the school security and anti-bullying. I recommend Olsen Middle School.
2 5/3/2011
This school has undergone changes that are very detrimental to the students. It operates more like a boot camp than a middle school. Children have absolutely NO socialization opportunities on a daily basis and are forced to remain with the same students for all classes and lunch. If child falls in lower levels of FCAT testing, they have extra classes each day and operate on a totally different schedule than the rest of the school. They have no electives, no breaks during the day, they are forced to study every minute of the day, not even being allowed time outside to stretch or relax. Good teachers at this school are far and few between.
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