Serving 255 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Overlook Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Overlook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Overlook Elementary School's student population of 255 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
255 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Colors
Blue and White
School Calendar
School Motto
One who knows two languages can contribute in two worlds.
School Rankings
Overlook Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Overlook Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1140 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
14%
24%
Black
80%
32%
White
3%
31%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Overlook Elementary School's ranking?
Overlook Elementary School is ranked #1140 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Overlook Elementary School?
255 students attend Overlook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Overlook Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Overlook Elementary School?
Overlook Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Overlook Elementary School offer ?
Overlook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Overlook Elementary School part of?
Overlook Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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