Serving 867 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ola Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 867 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ola Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ola Elementary School's student population of 867 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
867 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ola Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ola Elementary 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
#759 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
12%
18%
Black
35%
36%
White
45%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ola Elementary School's ranking?
Ola Elementary School is ranked #759 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Ola Elementary School often compared to?
Ola Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Lake Elementary School, Timber Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Ola Elementary School?
867 students attend Ola Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Ola Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ola Elementary School?
Ola Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ola Elementary School offer ?
Ola Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ola Elementary School part of?
Ola Elementary School is part of Henry County School District.
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