Serving 897 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Overhills Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 897 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Overhills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Overhills Elementary School's student population of 897 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
897 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring learners to be leaders!
School Rankings
Overhills Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Overhills Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2055 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)35%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
21%
21%
Black
31%
25%
White
32%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Overhills Elementary School's ranking?
Overhills Elementary School is ranked #2055 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Overhills Elementary School often compared to?
Overhills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anderson Creek Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Overhills Elementary School?
897 students attend Overhills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Overhills Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Overhills Elementary School?
Overhills Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Overhills Elementary School offer ?
Overhills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Overhills Elementary School part of?
Overhills Elementary School is part of Harnett County Schools School District.
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