Serving 475 students in grades Kindergarten-5, L B Johnson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: L B Johnson Elementary serves the southeast part of Odessa, TX, covering an area of approximately 65.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with distances from the school to the edge of the attendance area averaging 5.8 miles and extending up to 16.5 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
L B Johnson Elementary School's student population of 475 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
475 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
L B Johnson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of L B Johnson Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#6571 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
74%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
18%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is L B Johnson Elementary School's ranking?
L B Johnson Elementary School is ranked #6571 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend L B Johnson Elementary School?
475 students attend L B Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of L B Johnson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of L B Johnson Elementary School?
L B Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does L B Johnson Elementary School offer ?
L B Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is L B Johnson Elementary School part of?
L B Johnson Elementary School is part of Ector County Independent School District.
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