Serving 366 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Overbrook Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Overbrook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Overbrook Elementary School's student population of 366 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
366 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overbrook Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Overbrook Elementary School is 0.41, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#23 out of 629 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
2%
2%
Black
9%
4%
White
76%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Overbrook Elementary School's ranking?
Overbrook Elementary School is ranked #23 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Overbrook Elementary School often compared to?
Overbrook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenna Elementary School, Montrose Elementary School, Holz Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend Overbrook Elementary School?
366 students attend Overbrook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Overbrook Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Overbrook Elementary School?
Overbrook Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Overbrook Elementary School offer ?
Overbrook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Overbrook Elementary School part of?
Overbrook Elementary School is part of Kanawha County Schools School District.
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