Serving 369 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Olney Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olney Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Olney Elementary School's student population of 369 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
369 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing every student for a promising future
School Rankings
Olney Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olney Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3620 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
38%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
56%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olney Elementary School's ranking?
Olney Elementary School is ranked #3620 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Olney Elementary School?
369 students attend Olney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Olney Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olney Elementary School?
Olney Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Olney Elementary School offer ?
Olney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Olney Elementary School part of?
Olney Elementary School is part of Olney Independent School District.
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