Summary:
The Olton Independent School District (Isd) contains a single middle school, Olton J H, which serves grades 6 through 8 with 124 students in the rural community of Olton, Texas.
Olton J H presents a mixed picture for parents. A notable strength is its very low student-teacher ratio of 8.8:1, meaning students receive a high level of individual attention. However, this advantage does not consistently translate into strong test scores. The school shows a clear academic split: Reading proficiency is a relative bright spot, with 7th graders in the 2025-2026 school year outperforming the state average (63.64% vs. 54.04%). In stark contrast, Mathematics and Social Studies are areas of severe concern. For example, only 7.14% of 7th graders were proficient in Math, and just 9.52% of 8th graders were proficient in Social Studies, both far below state averages. The school's state ranking has been volatile, moving from the 34th percentile in 2023-2024 to the 28th percentile in 2025-2026.
Key takeaways for parents include the school's inconsistent performance across different grade levels and subjects. While 7th Grade Reading shows strength, 6th Grade Reading dropped significantly from 61.36% to 38.24% in one year, suggesting success is highly dependent on the specific group of students. The 2024-2025 Social Studies score of 0% for 8th graders is a critical red flag that warrants immediate inquiry. With 71.77% of students economically disadvantaged, the school faces significant external challenges. Overall, Olton J H offers small class sizes but struggles with academic consistency, particularly in math and social studies, making it a school where parents should closely monitor their child's specific grade-level performance.
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