Olney High School is a public high school located in Olney, Texas and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is part of the Olney Independent School District located in northwest Young County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 183 students in grades 9-12, Olney High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olney High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Olney High School's student population of 183 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
183 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing every student for a promising future
School Rankings
Olney High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olney High School is 0.56, 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
#1977 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
40%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
53%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cub
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olney High School's ranking?
Olney High School is ranked #1977 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Olney High School?
The graduation rate of Olney High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Olney High School?
183 students attend Olney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Olney High School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olney High School?
Olney High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Olney High School offer ?
Olney High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Olney High School part of?
Olney High School is part of Olney Independent School District.
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