Serving 324 students in grades 5, Overstreet Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Overstreet Elementary School's student population of 324 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
324 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Overstreet Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Overstreet Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#452 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
59%
45%
White
32%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Yellow Jackets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Overstreet Elementary School's ranking?
Overstreet Elementary School is ranked #452 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Overstreet Elementary School?
324 students attend Overstreet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Overstreet Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Overstreet Elementary School?
Overstreet Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Overstreet Elementary School offer ?
Overstreet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Overstreet Elementary School part of?
Overstreet Elementary School is part of Starkville Oktibbeha Consolidated School District.
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