Serving 345 students in grades 5, Overstreet Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Overstreet Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Overstreet Elementary School's student population of 345 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overstreet Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Overstreet Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#220 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
70%
47%
White
26%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Overstreet Elementary School's ranking?
Overstreet Elementary School is ranked #220 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Overstreet Elementary School?
345 students attend Overstreet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Overstreet Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Overstreet Elementary School?
Overstreet Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Overstreet Elementary School offer ?
Overstreet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5
What school district is Overstreet Elementary School part of?
Overstreet Elementary School is part of Starkville- Oktibbeha Cons Dist School District.
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