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Ola Elementary School

278 N Ola Rd
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 889 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ola Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 39% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 889 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : Top 50% in GA
  • : 39% (Top 50%)
  • : 38% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

Ola Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

Category
Attribute
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Ola Elementary School's student population of 889 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
889 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1905
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Ola Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ola Elementary School is 0.68, 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.
This School
State Level (GA)
#891 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
39%
39%
38%
40%
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
42%
36%
White
35%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.68
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ola Elementary School's ranking?
Ola Elementary School is ranked #891 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Ola Elementary School often compared to?
Ola Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Lake Elementary School, Timber Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Ola Elementary School?
889 students attend Ola Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Ola Elementary School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ola Elementary School?
Ola Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ola Elementary School offer ?
Ola Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ola Elementary School part of?
Ola Elementary School is part of Henry County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 889 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 39% (Top 50%)
  • : 38% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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