Iola High School is a public high school located in Iola, Texas and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Iola Independent School District located in northwest Grimes County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 315 students in grades 6-12, Iola High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: IOLA H S's attendance zone covers the entire Iola, TX school district, encompassing approximately 134 square miles. Most students typically have a 10-15 minute drive to school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 7.4 miles and the furthest edge reaching 14.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Iola High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Iola High School's student population of 315 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
315 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Iola High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Iola High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1616 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Maroon
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iola High School's ranking?
Iola High School is ranked #1616 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Iola High School?
The graduation rate of Iola High School is 90%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Iola High School?
315 students attend Iola High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Iola High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Iola High School?
Iola High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Iola High School offer ?
Iola High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Iola High School part of?
Iola High School is part of Iola Independent School District.
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