Serving 460 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Overlook School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Overlook School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Overlook School's student population of 460 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overlook School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Overlook School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#802 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
24%
14%
White
50%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Overlook School's ranking?
Overlook School is ranked #802 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Overlook School often compared to?
Overlook Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roslyn School, Highland School, Willow Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Overlook School?
460 students attend Overlook School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Overlook School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Overlook School?
Overlook School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Overlook School offer ?
Overlook School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Overlook School part of?
Overlook School is part of Abington School District.
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