Overton El vs West Rusk H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 4.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Overton El
Overton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
256 students
West Rusk H S
New London · Public high · Grades 9–12
356 students
| Measure | Overton El Overton, Texas | West Rusk H S New London, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3302 of 4,686 | #978 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #35923 of 50,301 | #10459 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 256 | 356 |
| Enrollment | 256 | 356 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.8% | 70.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 47% |
| city | Overton | New London |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Rusk H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.1 vs 34.0).
- •West Rusk H S does better on math proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •West Rusk H S does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •Overton El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.8% vs 70.2%).
- •Overton El does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 17.0).
- •West Rusk H S is the larger school with 356 students compared with 256.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Overton El better than West Rusk H S?
On the Success Index (US), West Rusk H S ranks higher (42.1 vs 34.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Overton El and West Rusk H S?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Overton and New London in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Overton El: 256. West Rusk H S: 356. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Overton El and West Rusk H S rank in Texas?
Overton El is 3302nd of 4,686 and West Rusk H S is 978th of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).