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 9–12. Its facilities include a football field, track, baseball field, tennis courts, marching band field, and a gymnasium for basketball.
Serving 1,652 students in grades 9-12, Ola High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
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 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,652 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ola High School's student population of 1,652 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,652 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
Green, Gold
School Rankings
Ola High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ola High School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#440 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
36%
36%
White
48%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)93%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustang
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ola High School's ranking?
Ola High School is ranked #440 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
1,652 students attend Ola High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Ola High School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ola High School?
Ola High School has a student ration of 18:1, 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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