Odem High School is a public high school located in the city of Odem, Texas, in San Patricio County, United States and classified as a 3A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Odem Independent School District located in east central San Patricio County.
Serving 278 students in grades 9-12, Odem High School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower 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 11:1 is lower 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 (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: ODEM H S's attendance zone encompasses the entire Odem school district, covering approximately 114.7 square miles in Odem, TX. The typical drive to the school is about 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 7.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.7 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Odem High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Odem High School's student population of 278 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
278 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Odem High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Odem High School is 0.31, 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
#3177 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
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)
75-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
81%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
18%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Owls
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Odem High School's ranking?
Odem High School is ranked #3177 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Odem High School often compared to?
Odem High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sinton High School, Ingleside High School, Taft High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Odem High School?
The graduation rate of Odem High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Odem High School?
278 students attend Odem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Odem High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Odem High School?
Odem High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Odem High School offer ?
Odem High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Odem High School part of?
Odem High School is part of Odem-Edroy Independent School District.
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