Serving 993 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Overall Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 993 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Overall Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Overall Creek Elementary School's student population of 993 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
993 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overall Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Overall Creek Elementary School is 0.61, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#174 out of 1761 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
14%
21%
White
59%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Overall Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Overall Creek Elementary School is ranked #174 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Overall Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Overall Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blackman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Overall Creek Elementary School?
993 students attend Overall Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Overall Creek Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Overall Creek Elementary School?
Overall Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Overall Creek Elementary School offer ?
Overall Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Overall Creek Elementary School part of?
Overall Creek Elementary School is part of Murfreesboro School District.
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