Overlook Elementary School

Serving 399 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Overlook Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 399 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Top 10% in OH
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Overlook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Overlook Elementary School's student population of 399 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905

School Rankings

Overlook Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Overlook Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OH)
#302 out of 3181 schools
(Top 10%)
85-89%
54%
75-79%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
88%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.22
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Grizzly

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Overlook Elementary School's ranking?
Overlook Elementary School is ranked #302 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Overlook Elementary School often compared to?
Overlook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley View Elementary School, Isham Memorial Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Overlook Elementary School?
399 students attend Overlook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Overlook Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Overlook Elementary School?
Overlook Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Overlook Elementary School offer ?
Overlook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Overlook Elementary School part of?
Overlook Elementary School is part of Wadsworth City School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 399 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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