Serving 337 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Overbrook Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- 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
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Overbrook Elementary School's student population of 337 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Overbrook Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Overbrook Elementary School is 0.40, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#39 out of 627 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
2%
2%
Black
8%
4%
White
77%
88%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Overbrook Elementary School's ranking?
Overbrook Elementary School is ranked #39 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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, Holz Elementary School, Montrose 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 32% WV state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Overbrook Elementary School?
337 students attend Overbrook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Overbrook Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Overbrook Elementary School?
Overbrook Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Overbrook Elementary School part of?
Overbrook Elementary School is part of Kanawha County Schools School District.
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