Serving 249 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Overlook Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Overlook Elementary School's student population of 249 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
249 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Overlook Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Overlook Elementary School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#695 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
26%
24%
Black
16%
32%
White
44%
31%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Overlook Elementary School's ranking?
Overlook Elementary School is ranked #695 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Overlook Elementary School often compared to?
Overlook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Linthicum Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Overlook Elementary School?
249 students attend Overlook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Overlook Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Overlook Elementary School?
Overlook Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Overlook Elementary School offer ?
Overlook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Overlook Elementary School part of?
Overlook Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
In what neighborhood is Overlook Elementary School located?
Overlook Elementary School is located in the Pumphrey neighborhood of Linthicum Heights, MD.
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