Ola High School is a public high school located in McDonough, Georgia, United States. Its student body consists of about 1,400 students in grades 9???2. Its facilities include a football field, track, baseball field, tennis courts, marching band field, and a gymnasium for basketball.
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 (2026)
- 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%)
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
Green, Gold
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
37%
36%
White
45%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Henry County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustang
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%.
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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