For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 610 students in Iola, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in Iola, TX are Iola Elementary School and Iola High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Iola, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Iola have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Iola, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Iola Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7282 Ft Worth St
Iola, TX 77861
(936) 394-2361
Iola, TX 77861
(936) 394-2361
Gr: PK-5 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Iola High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7282 Ft Worth St
Iola, TX 77861
(936) 394-2361
Iola, TX 77861
(936) 394-2361
Gr: 6-12 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Iola, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Iola, TX include Iola Elementary School and Iola High School.
How many public schools are located in Iola?
2 public schools are located in Iola.
What is the racial composition of students in Iola?
Iola public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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