Ola High School

Ola High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
357 N Ola Rd,  McDonough, GA
Henry County Schools
3.8
3.9
1,758 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
David Shedd
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
1130
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
51%
Reading Proficiency
51%
Average GPA
3.42
Graduation Rate
93%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A-
Teachers
B
College Prep
B
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
C
Food
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Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.42
Reading Proficiency
51%
Math Proficiency
51%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
91
Full Time Teachers
91
Teachers in First or Second Year
3.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1130
Math
560
Verbal
580
Average ACT
24
Math
22
English
23
Reading
25
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
21
AP Pass Rate
57.3%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

7
Test Scores
8
Equity
7
College Readiness
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
346:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.8%
Female
48.2%
White
50.5%
Black
33.9%
Hispanic
8.8%
Two or more races
4.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.3%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Georgia 413 Students
Georgia State University 390 Students
Kennesaw State University 300 Students
Georgia Southern University 290 Students
Georgia College & State University 186 Students
Mercer University 179 Students
University of West Georgia 166 Students
Emory University 160 Students
University of North Georgia 149 Students
Columbus State University 144 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 126 Students
Business 125 Students
Psychology 99 Students
Biology 79 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 53 Students
Computer Science 47 Students
Marketing 46 Students
Forensic Science and Technology 42 Students
Chemistry 41 Students
Film and Video Studies 39 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 433 Reviews
1.0 Freshman
3/19/2025
The worst drug problem I've ever seen. Rather than dealing with it, the school added metal detectors, which were never a problem. Just stood in line for an hour to get through the metal detectors. I had to take all the stuff out of my bag and hold it. Even if the metal detector didn't go off, they still searched your bag. I don't mind safety or metal detectors, but they had the worst system ever. One kid every ten minutes through the metal detector. Lines all the way around the school. All this while the smell of weed permeates the air, mixed with tropical fruit vape fumes. Also, the school lunch has no flavor. What do you mean you can't give us salt? Prisoners get fed better than this. Not even to start on the education. It's so bad. Students who don't do any work get grades they don't deserve, good students are put on the same level as them. One star, but there are some amazing teachers. The music and art programs are acceptable but horribly underfunded. please save yourself.
1.0 Senior
9/23/2023
It is a good school academically with great teachers and they help the students academically. However, socially it is TERRIBLE it is conservative with very little tolerance for differences and there is a major bullying problem.
5.0 Senior
6/27/2023
My experience at ola high school has had both positive and negative aspects. I enjoy the teachers and the students , but i think my overall introduction to highschool made it difficult for me . I have enjoyed making new friends and connections to teachers but getting used to the way highschool functions kinda made me struggle since i take AP and honors classes. I would love to see more diversity, for other latinos or people of color .
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3.9 13 Reviews
1.0 parent
10/23/2020
Ola has failed in teaching the students.
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5.0 parent
5/9/2020
Ola is a wonderful school. The faculty and staff really care about the students and go above and beyond. They challenge and encourage the students. The atmosphere is welcoming and friendly. The academics are strong. The sports programs excel which leads to exciting school spirit and atmosphere. The...
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5.0 parent
12/8/2016
Daughter is a sophomore here and really enjoys the school and is making great progress!
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5.0 parent
5/13/2015
We moved our child to Ola High School from a private school and have been VERY pleased with the outcome. Our child is thriving at Ola from the education to teachers to friends to school activities. We highly recommend Ola High School!!
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Ola High School

Ola High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in McDonough, GA, in the McDonough neighborhood, and is served by the Henry County Schools in Georgia. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,758 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 51% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 51% are proficient in reading. Ola High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.42, the graduation rate is 93%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1130 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $372,076. Discover additional schools in the area, like Higher Praise Academy, Eagle's Landing Christian Academy, Peoples Baptist Academy, and more. Learn more about what McDonough has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Ola High School.

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