Below Average
#1682 of 1,992 schools in MN
I.j. Holton Intermediate School
Middle School · AUSTIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
1800 4TH AVE SE, Austin, MN 55912
Enrollment
700
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
4.7
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
700
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
4.7
Grades
5th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,682 of 1,992
In Austin
#7 of 13
public schools
In district
#5 of 11
AUSTIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
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I.j. Holton Intermediate School
Middle School in Austin · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About I.j. Holton Intermediate School
I.j. Holton Intermediate School is a public middle school in Austin, MN, part of AUSTIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. I.j.
Holton Intermediate School serves approximately 700 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. I.j. Holton Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,682 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for I.j. Holton Intermediate School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- MN avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at I.j. Holton Intermediate School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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I.j. Holton Intermediate School — Students at I.j. Holton Intermediate School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 20 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.1/10.
How I.j. Holton Intermediate School Compares
See how I.j. Holton Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1800 4TH AVE SE, Austin, MN 55912
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering I.j. Holton Intermediate School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ELLIS MIDDLE (rated 4.6/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lyle Middle (rated 4.2/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Lyle), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ELLIS MIDDLE Austin | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| NEVELN ELEMENTARY Austin | 0.3 mi | 3.7 |
| WOODSON KINDERGARTEN CENTER Austin | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| NEW DOMINION ACADEMY Austin | 1.3 mi | — |
| NEW DOMINION SCHOOL Austin | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| AUSTIN SENIOR HIGH Austin | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| AUSTIN AREA LEARNING CENTER Austin | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Austin Online Academy Austin | 1.5 mi | 2.9 |
| AUSTIN COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTER Austin | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| PACELLI CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Austin | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| SUMNER ELEMENTARY Austin | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| SOUTHGATE ELEMENTARY Austin | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| BANFIELD ELEMENTARY Austin | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Oakland Education Center Austin | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| SMEC ALC Austin | 3.9 mi | 6.7 |
| RESET Austin | 3.9 mi | — |
| LYLE ELEMENTARY Lyle | 10.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Lyle High School Lyle | 10.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Lyle Middle Lyle | 10.6 mi | 4.2 |
| BLOOMING PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY Blooming Prairie | 15.2 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55912 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,205
Median Home Value
$161,800
Median Rent
$864/mo
Population
29,438
College Educated
23.7%
Homeownership
72.2%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
37.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BATTLE CREEK MIDDLE Saint Paul, MN | 4.7 |
| COMMUNITY MIDDLE Little Falls, MN | 4.7 |
| PIONEER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Chaska, MN | 4.8 |
| ST. LOUIS PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Saint Louis Park, MN | 4.8 |
| COLUMBIA ACADEMY Columbia Heights, MN | 4.6 |
| ELLIS MIDDLE Austin, MN | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about I.j. Holton Intermediate School
What grades does I.j. Holton Intermediate School serve?
I.j. Holton Intermediate School serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend I.j. Holton Intermediate School?
I.j. Holton Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 700 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at I.j. Holton Intermediate School?
The student-teacher ratio at I.j. Holton Intermediate School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does I.j. Holton Intermediate School rank in MN?
I.j. Holton Intermediate School ranks #1,682 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is I.j. Holton Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?
I.j. Holton Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at I.j. Holton Intermediate School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, I.j. Holton Intermediate School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is I.j. Holton Intermediate School a charter school?
No, I.j. Holton Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is I.j. Holton Intermediate School a Title I school?
No, I.j. Holton Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for I.j. Holton Intermediate School?
64.1% of students at I.j. Holton Intermediate School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 700
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Mower County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (507) 460-1525
Resources & Links
District
AUSTIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,146
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,309
- District Rank
- #5 of 11
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