Serving 124 students in grades 6-8, Olton J 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower 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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Olton J H's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Olton, TX, encompassing approximately 347.7 square miles. Families in the area can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 22.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Olton J High School's student population of 124 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
124 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Olton J 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 J High School is 0.34, 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
#5643 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
79%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
20%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olton J High School's ranking?
Olton J High School is ranked #5643 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Olton J High School?
124 students attend Olton J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Olton J High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olton J High School?
Olton J High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Olton J High School offer ?
Olton J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Olton J High School part of?
Olton J High School is part of Olton Independent School District.
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