OVERTON HIGH SCHOOL

OVERTON H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the OVERTON ISD school district, located in OVERTON, TX with about 249 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 28 teachers, OVERTON H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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.

Overton High School, located at 501 E Henderson in Overton, Texas, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Overton Independent School District. As a small-town school, it functions as the heart of the community, fostering a close-knit environment where students benefit from personalized attention and strong relationships with faculty and staff. The school is dedicated to providing a comprehensive academic experience that prepares its graduates for post-secondary success, whether they choose to pursue higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.

In addition to its academic curriculum, Overton High School emphasizes a well-rounded student experience through various extracurricular activities, athletics, and community involvement. By maintaining a focus on core values and school spirit, the institution strives to support the social and emotional development of its student body. For those seeking detailed information regarding the school’s academic calendar, athletic schedules, or district policies, the official website at http://www.overtonisd.net serves as the primary portal for ongoing updates and community resources.

For more information, contact OVERTON H S at (903) 834-6143 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

501 E HENDERSON
OVERTON, TX 75684
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OVERTON HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in OVERTON, TX with about 249 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
OVERTON ISD
Total Students:
249
Teachers:
28.63
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 249 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending OVERTON HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 75% of the student body.

White
75.1%
Black or African American
13.7%
Hispanic/Latino
8.0%
Two or more races
2.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
49.8%
Male
50.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.