For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 523 students in Overton, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in Overton, TX are Overton Elementary School and Overton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Overton, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Overton have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Overton, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Overton Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
501 E Henderson
Overton, TX 75684
(903) 834-6144
Overton, TX 75684
(903) 834-6144
Gr: PK-5 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Overton High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
501 E Henderson
Overton, TX 75684
(903) 834-6143
Overton, TX 75684
(903) 834-6143
Gr: 6-12 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Overton, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Overton, TX include Overton Elementary School and Overton High School.
How many public schools are located in Overton?
2 public schools are located in Overton.
What is the racial composition of students in Overton?
Overton public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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