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Overbrook Elementary School

218 Oakwood Road, Charleston, WV, 25314

Top 10% School in WEST VIRGINIA

Ranked 17 of 139 in WEST VIRGINIA

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About Overbrook Elementary School

Overbrook Elementary School is a public school in Charleston, West Virginia, that serves students in grades K–5. There are about 337 students at the school, and the student-teacher ratio is 15:1, which means that classes are small and students can get one-on-one help. Overbrook Elementary School focuses on math, reading, and science as its main subjects. It also has programs that help students develop socially and emotionally and get involved in the community. The students come from different backgrounds, which makes the school a welcoming place to learn that reflects the community. USA News data shows that 62% of students at Overbrook Elementary School scored at or above the proficient level in math and 57% did the same in reading. This shows that the school does well in its studies. The money and resources are in line with what the district expects, which helps both schoolwork and activities outside of school. Families in the area like that the school is committed to giving students a well-rounded education and a safe place to learn. Overbrook Elementary School is one of the best elementary schools in West Virginia because it gives students a good start on their learning, academic growth, and personal growth.

Overbrook Elementary School Contact Information

Address

218 Oakwood Road, Charleston, WV, 25314

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Phone

(304) 348-6179

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 62%
Reading 57%
State average proficiency is 62% in Math and 57% in Reading.
23
Full-time Teachers
14 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
337
Total Students
$63879
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 17 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Overbrook Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 77.45%
Asian 3.26%
Hispanic 1.48%
Black 8.01%
Two+ Races 9.2%
Native Am. 0%
White
77.45%
Asian
3.26%
Hispanic
1.48%
Black
8.01%
Two+ Races
9.2%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 337
47.77%
161 Female
52.23%
176 Male

Student Population

337 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

337 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Overbrook Elementary was one of the winners in the 2025 SMART529 “When I Grow Up” statewide essay contest, earning a $500 award presented by West Virginia State Treasurer Larry Pack. A third-grade student, Hayden Rolfe, wrote a winning essay about his aspirations to become a NASA astronaut, and the school plans to use the funds to support its library and future technology/robotics initiatives

FAQ

Q1. What programs help people be creative and come up with new ideas?

Ans. Overbrook Elementary includes art, music, and hands-on learning in its programs.

Q2. How does the school help students learn to be responsible?

Ans. Setting goals, doing jobs in the classroom, and recognition programs all help kids learn how to be responsible.

Q3. Can parents get involved?

Ans. Parents can help out, go to events, and join parent groups.

Q4. What kinds of help are there for students who want to grow?

Ans. There are counseling services, programs for social-emotional learning, and academic support.

Q5. How does the school celebrate students' successes?

Ans. Awards, assemblies, and classroom shout-outs are all ways to show recognition.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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