Overton El vs West Rusk Middle
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 Middle
New London · Public middle · Grades 6–8
242 students
| Measure | Overton El Overton, Texas | West Rusk Middle New London, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3302 of 4,686 | #1271 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #35923 of 50,301 | #10886 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 256 | 242 |
| Enrollment | 256 | 242 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.8% | 76% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 37% |
| city | Overton | New London |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (34.0 vs 34.9).
- •West Rusk Middle does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 37%).
- •Overton El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.8% vs 76%).
- •West Rusk Middle does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 16.0).
- •Overton El is the larger school with 256 students compared with 242.
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 Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Overton El and West Rusk Middle?
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 Middle: 242. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Overton El and West Rusk Middle rank in Texas?
Overton El is 3302nd of 4,686 and West Rusk Middle is 1271st of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).