OVERHILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Overhills Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Harnett County Schools school district, located in Spring Lake, NC with about 954 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 55 teachers, Overhills Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Overhills Elementary School is a public school located in Spring Lake, North Carolina, serving students in the Cumberland County Schools district. Situated on Ray Road, the school functions as a core educational hub for the local community, emphasizing foundational learning and academic growth for its elementary-age population. As part of the larger Cumberland County system, the school follows state-mandated curriculum standards while striving to provide a supportive environment that fosters both intellectual and social-emotional development.

The school is particularly known for its proximity to and association with the Fort Liberty (formerly Fort Bragg) military installation. Because of its location in Spring Lake, a significant portion of the student body comes from military families. Consequently, Overhills Elementary is accustomed to supporting a transient population, offering resources and community-building initiatives designed to help students and families transition smoothly. The school community is characterized by its diversity and its ongoing efforts to bridge the unique needs of military-connected children with traditional classroom excellence.

For more information, contact Overhills Elementary at (910) 436-3545 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.