Serving 416 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Odyssey Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Odyssey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Odyssey Elementary School's student population of 416 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Odyssey Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Odyssey Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#952 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
31%
36%
Black
9%
5%
White
41%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Odyssey Elementary School's ranking?
Odyssey Elementary School is ranked #952 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Odyssey Elementary School often compared to?
Odyssey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springs Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Odyssey Elementary School?
416 students attend Odyssey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Odyssey Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Odyssey Elementary School?
Odyssey Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Odyssey Elementary School offer ?
Odyssey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Odyssey Elementary School part of?
Odyssey Elementary School is part of El Paso County Colorado School District 49.
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