Ola is an

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in Henry County,

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, United States. Ola residents use a

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mailing address.

History

The community was named after Ola Patten, the daughter of an early settler.

Geography

Ola is located at (33.43527, -84.04156).

Major highways

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Demographics

Most of Ola is within the postal limits of McDonough, Georgia and as such, most residents list McDonough as their city. However, some of the areas of Ola are in Henry County though they have a Jackson, Georgia (Butts County) mailing address.

Schools

*Mainstay Academy (Special Education school) *New Hope Elementary School *Ola Elementary School *Ola Middle School * Ola High School *Rock Springs Elementary School *Sharon Christian Academy *New Creation Christian Academy

References

{{authority control Unincorporated communities in Henry County, Georgia Unincorporated communities in Georgia (U.S. state)