Serving 390 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Overlook Elementary School serves the eastern part of Wadsworth, OH, covering an attendance zone of approximately 7.3 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being 2.9 miles away.
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Overlook Elementary School's student population of 390 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)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
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 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#302 out of 3181 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
17%
Showing 1994–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Grizzly
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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?
390 students attend Overlook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Overlook Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
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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