Serving 1,586 students in grades 9-12, Ola High School ranks in the top 30% 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 44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 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 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,586 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Ola High School serves the eastern part of Mcdonough, GA, covering an area of approximately 49.6 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of about 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located around 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ola High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ola High School's student population of 1,586 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,586 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
Campus Size
210 acres (40,000 m2)
School Rankings
Ola High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ola High School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#584 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Gold
School Mascot
Mustang
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ola High School's ranking?
Ola High School is ranked #584 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Ola High School often compared to?
Ola High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union Grove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ola High School?
The graduation rate of Ola High School is 93%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Ola High School?
1,586 students attend Ola High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Ola High School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ola High School?
Ola High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ola High School offer ?
Ola High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ola High School part of?
Ola High School is part of Henry County School District.
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