Serving 375 students in grades Prekindergarten-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 60-64% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). 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 17:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Overbrook Elementary School serves the west part of Charleston, WV, covering an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.7 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Overbrook Elementary School's student population of 375 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
375 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Overbrook Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Overbrook Elementary School is 0.42, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#31 out of 617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
75%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
8%
Showing 2003–2012. View full 14-year historical data
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 #31 out of 617 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
375 students attend Overbrook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Overbrook Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Overbrook Elementary School?
Overbrook Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, 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 Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Overbrook Elementary School part of?
Overbrook Elementary School is part of Kanawha County Schools.
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