For the 2025 school year, there are 51 public schools serving 36,855 students in Odessa, TX (there are 6 private schools, serving 718 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Odessa, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in Odessa, TX are El Magnet At Reagan Elementary School, El Magnet At Hays and Gale Pond Alamo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Odessa, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Odessa have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Odessa, TX (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
El Magnet At Reagan Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2321 E 21st St
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1189
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1189
Grades: PK-5
| 662 students
Rank: #22.
El Magnet At Hays
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1101 E Monahans St
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1129
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1129
Grades: PK-5
| 497 students
Rank: #33.
Gale Pond Alamo Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
801 E 23rd St
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1019
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1019
Grades: PK-5
| 324 students
Rank: #44.
Odessa Collegiate Academy Early College High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
802 N Sam Houston
Odessa, TX 79764
(432) 456-6429
Odessa, TX 79764
(432) 456-6429
Grades: 9-12
| 460 students
Rank: #55.
George H W Bush New Tech Odessa
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
300 E 29th St
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-6989
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-6989
Grades: 9-12
| 448 students
Rank: #66.
Odessa Career And Technical Early College High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2001 W University Blvd
Odessa, TX 79764
(432) 456-6400
Odessa, TX 79764
(432) 456-6400
Grades: 9-12
| 395 students
Rank: #77.
San Jacinto Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1000 W 19th St
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1219
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1219
Grades: K-5
| 375 students
Rank: #88.
Ector Co Youth Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1401 Yukon Rd
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-0049
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-0049
Grades: 8-11
| 15 students
Rank: #99.
Idea Yukon College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7300 E Yukon Rd
Odessa, TX 79765
(432) 247-8700
Odessa, TX 79765
(432) 247-8700
Grades: 6-8
| 376 students
Rank: #1010.
Compass Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5530 Billy Hext Rd
Odessa, TX 79765
(432) 272-1836
Odessa, TX 79765
(432) 272-1836
Grades: K-12
| 1,448 students
Rank: #1111.
Cameron Dual Language Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2401 W 8th St
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1059
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1059
Grades: PK-6
| 590 students
Rank: #1212.
Blanton Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4101 Lynbrook Ave
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1259
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1259
Grades: PK-5
| 522 students
Rank: #1313.
Lee Buice Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1800 E 87th St
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1339
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1339
Grades: K-5
| 821 students
Rank: #1414.
Nimitz Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4900 Maple Ave
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-0469
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-0469
Grades: 6-8
| 1,312 students
Rank: #1515.
Barbara Jordan Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9400 Rainbow Dr
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1299
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1299
Grades: K-5
| 886 students
Rank: #1616.
Harmony Science Academy - Odessa
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2755 N Grandview Ave
Odessa, TX 79762
(432) 363-6000
Odessa, TX 79762
(432) 363-6000
Grades: K-8
| 540 students
Rank: #17 - 1817. - 18.
El Magnet At Milam Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
815 S Dixie Blvd
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1169
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1169
Grades: PK-5
| 605 students
Rank: #17 - 1817. - 18.
Ireland Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4301 Dawn Ave
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1149
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1149
Grades: K-5
| 424 students
Rank: #1919.
Austin Montessori Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
901 N Lee Ave
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1029
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1029
Grades: PK-6
| 553 students
Rank: #2020.
Burnet Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3700 Permian Dr
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1049
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1049
Grades: K-5
| 340 students
Rank: #2121.
Murry Fly Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11688 Westview
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1269
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1269
Grades: PK-5
| 1,089 students
Rank: #2222.
Gonzales Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2700 Disney St
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1119
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1119
Grades: PK-5
| 477 students
Rank: #2323.
Ector College Prep Success Academy
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
809 W Clements St
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-0479
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-0479
Grades: 6-8
| 1,369 students
Rank: #2424.
Ross Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4600 N Everglade Ave
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1199
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1199
Grades: PK-5
| 422 students
Rank: #2525.
Wilson & Young Medal Of Honor Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
601 E 38th St
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-0459
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-0459
Grades: 6-8
| 1,193 students
Rank: #2626.
Sam Houston Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
300 E 37th St
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1139
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1139
Grades: K-5
| 412 students
Rank: #2727.
Dowling Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1510 E 17th
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1079
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1079
Grades: K-5
| 594 students
Rank: #2828.
Crockett Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2301 Conover St
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-0449
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-0449
Grades: 6-8
| 1,019 students
Rank: #2929.
L B Johnson Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6401 Amber Dr
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1289
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1289
Grades: K-5
| 510 students
Rank: #3030.
El Magnet At Blackshear
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
501 S Dixie Blvd
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1279
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1279
Grades: K-5
| 693 students
Rank: #3131.
Pease Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 24% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1800 W 22nd St
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1179
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1179
Grades: PK-2
| 579 students
Rank: #3232.
Bowie Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 W 21st St
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-0439
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-0439
Grades: 6-8
| 872 students
Rank: #33 - 3433. - 34.
Bonham Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2201 E 21st St
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-0429
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-0429
Grades: 6-8
| 870 students
Rank: #33 - 3433. - 34.
Noel Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2200 Newcomb Dr
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1249
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1249
Grades: 3-5
| 490 students
Rank: #3535.
Goliad Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
501 E 52nd St
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1109
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 456-1109
Grades: PK-5
| 616 students
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Odessa, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Career Center (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
300 E 29th St
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 337-3377
Odessa, TX 79760
(432) 337-3377
Grades: 9-12
| 588 students
Richard Milburn Academy - Ector County (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2525 North Grandview
Odessa, TX 79761
(432) 550-7833
Odessa, TX 79761
(432) 550-7833
Grades: 9-12
| 388 students
Utpb Stem Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
4901 E University Blvd
Odessa, TX 79762
(432) 552-2580
Odessa, TX 79762
(432) 552-2580
Grades: K-12
| 763 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Odessa, TX?
The top ranked public schools in Odessa, TX include El Magnet At Reagan Elementary School, El Magnet At Hays and Gale Pond Alamo Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Odessa?
51 public schools are located in Odessa.
What percentage of students in Odessa go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Odessa are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in Odessa?
Odessa public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Odessa are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Odessa include: Odessa High School vs. Permian High School, Permian High School vs. Odessa High School, Bowie Middle School vs. Nimitz Middle School
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