Overpark Elementary School

Overpark Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5
8530 Forest Hill Irene Rd,  Olive Branch, MS
DeSoto County School District
4.4
640 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Aisha Maxwell
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Math Proficiency
57%
Reading Proficiency
60%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A-
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
60%
Math Proficiency
57%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
47
Full Time Teachers
47
Teachers in First or Second Year
8.9%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
48.5%
State Average
0.8%
Science
58.9%
State Average
18%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
672:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.7%
Male
48.3%
Black
48.4%
White
33.5%
Two or more races
11.1%
Hispanic
5.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.6%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.4 5 Reviews
2.0 parent
8/20/2021
School lasks communication. Most teachers are great with in-person teaching, but virtual teaching program is subpar when compared to nearby school districts.
5.0 parent
8/9/2021
Our grandson attended kindergarten last year, and is in 1st grade this year. He likes it very much, and I happy with what he's learning.
5.0 parent
2/26/2021
Overpark is an excellent elementary school. My child started here midway through Kindergarten (now in 3rd) and was welcomed with open arms. They were already well beyond his previous school and patiently and efficiently brought him up to speed. He has excelled ever since. The teachers are very carin...
5.0 parent
11/20/2017
Great educational environment. Teachers & staff are well trained, very knowledgeable, caring, easy to get in contact with and to talk to. Programs and extracurricular activities are top notch. Any issues or concerns I have are handled quickly and professionally, and I am always very pleased with the...

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Overpark Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Olive Branch, MS and is served by the DeSoto County School District in Mississippi. The school has a total enrollment of 640 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 57% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 60% are proficient in reading. Overpark Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $394,761. Discover additional schools in the area, like Center Hill High School, Desoto Christian Academy, St. George's Independent School - Collierville Campus, and more. Learn more about what Olive Branch has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Overpark Elementary School.

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