Serving 565 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Overholser Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Overholser Elementary School's student population of 565 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
565 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overholser Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Overholser Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1480 out of 1680 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
55%
20%
Black
9%
8%
White
26%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Overholser Elementary School's ranking?
Overholser Elementary School is ranked #1480 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Overholser Elementary School often compared to?
Overholser Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coronado Heights Elementary School, Parkland Elementary School, Arbor Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Overholser Elementary School?
565 students attend Overholser Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Overholser Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Overholser Elementary School?
Overholser Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Overholser Elementary School offer ?
Overholser Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Overholser Elementary School part of?
Overholser Elementary School is part of Putnam City School District.
In what neighborhood is Overholser Elementary School located?
Overholser Elementary School is located in the Central Oklahoma City neighborhood of Bethany, OK. There are 8 other public schools located in Central Oklahoma City.
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