Serving 165 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Overton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
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Overton Elementary School's student population of 165 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
165 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Overton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Overton Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#403 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
88%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Overton Elementary School's ranking?
Overton Elementary School is ranked #403 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Overton Elementary School often compared to?
Overton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bryan Elementary School, Cozad Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Overton Elementary School?
165 students attend Overton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Overton Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Overton Elementary School?
Overton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Overton Elementary School offer ?
Overton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Overton Elementary School part of?
Overton Elementary School is part of Overton Public Schools.
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