Serving 440 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Overton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Overton Elementary School's student population of 440 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
On Time, On Task, On a path to SUCCESS…. COLLEGE BOUND!
School Rankings
Overton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Overton Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6666 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
83%
54%
Black
15%
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Overton Elementary School's ranking?
Overton Elementary School is ranked #6666 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Overton Elementary School?
440 students attend Overton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Overton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Overton Elementary School?
Overton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Overton Elementary School offer ?
Overton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Overton Elementary School part of?
Overton Elementary School is part of Austin Independent School District.
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