Serving 525 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Overlook School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Overlook School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Overlook School's student population of 525 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overlook School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Overlook School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#733 out of 2549 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
25%
14%
White
52%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Overlook School's ranking?
Overlook School is ranked #733 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Overlook School often compared to?
Overlook Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roslyn School, Highland School, Willow Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Overlook School?
525 students attend Overlook School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Overlook School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Overlook School?
Overlook School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Overlook School offer ?
Overlook School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Overlook School part of?
Overlook School is part of Abington SD School District.
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