Olton High School

700 Ave G
Olton, TX 79064
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 201 students in grades 9-12, Olton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 201 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 84%
  • : ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Olton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

School Overview

Olton High School's student population of 201 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
201 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers

School Rankings

Olton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olton High School is 0.29, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#6323 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
20-29%
44%
40-49%
51%
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
83%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
16%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.29
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Olton High School's ranking?
Olton High School is ranked #6323 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Olton High School often compared to?
Olton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Littlefield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Olton High School?
The graduation rate of Olton High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Olton High School?
201 students attend Olton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Olton High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olton High School?
Olton High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Olton High School offer ?
Olton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Olton High School part of?
Olton High School is part of Olton Independent School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 201 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 84%
  • : ≥90% (Top 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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