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Overstreet Elementary School

307 South Jackson Street
Starkville, MS 39759
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 271 students in grades 5, Overstreet Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 5
  • Enrollment: 271 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : Bottom 50% in MS
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 51% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

School Overview

Overstreet Elementary School's student population of 271 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
271 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. May 27, 2026
School Mascot
Yellow Jackets

School Rankings

Overstreet Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Overstreet Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MS)
#452 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
40%
52%
42%
42%
51%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
61%
47%
White
33%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.52
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Yellow Jackets
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Overstreet Elementary School's ranking?
Overstreet Elementary School is ranked #452 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Overstreet Elementary School?
271 students attend Overstreet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Overstreet Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Overstreet Elementary School?
Overstreet Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Overstreet Elementary School offer ?
Overstreet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Overstreet Elementary School part of?
Overstreet Elementary School is part of Starkville - Oktibbeha Consolidated School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 5
  • Enrollment: 271 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 51% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

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