Serving 352 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gale Pond Alamo Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Gale Pond Alamo Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Odessa, TX school district, covering approximately 901.8 square miles. The average distance from the school to the zone's edge is 16.5 miles, with the furthest point being 29.3 miles away, typically requiring a 20-30 minute drive for families within the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gale Pond Alamo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Gale Pond Alamo Elementary School's student population of 352 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
352 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Gale Pond Alamo Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gale Pond Alamo Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1372 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
77%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gale Pond Alamo Elementary School's ranking?
Gale Pond Alamo Elementary School is ranked #1372 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Gale Pond Alamo Elementary School often compared to?
Gale Pond Alamo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like El Magnet At Hays, Sam Houston Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Gale Pond Alamo Elementary School?
352 students attend Gale Pond Alamo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Gale Pond Alamo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gale Pond Alamo Elementary School?
Gale Pond Alamo Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gale Pond Alamo Elementary School offer ?
Gale Pond Alamo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gale Pond Alamo Elementary School part of?
Gale Pond Alamo Elementary School is part of Ector County Independent School District.
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