Needs Improvement
#8032 of 8,552 schools in TX
EL Magnet at Blackshear
Elementary School · ECTOR COUNTY ISD
P O BOX 3912, Odessa, TX 79760
Enrollment
693
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
693
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,032 of 8,552
In Odessa
#37 of 48
public schools
In district
#32 of 43
ECTOR COUNTY ISD
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EL Magnet at Blackshear
Elementary School in Odessa · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About EL Magnet at Blackshear
EL Magnet at Blackshear is a public elementary school in Odessa, TX, part of ECTOR COUNTY ISD. EL Magnet at Blackshear serves approximately 693 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. EL Magnet at Blackshear has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,032 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for EL Magnet at Blackshear show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at EL Magnet at Blackshear were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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EL Magnet at Blackshear — Students at EL Magnet at Blackshear score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.9/10.
How EL Magnet at Blackshear Compares
See how EL Magnet at Blackshear performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
P O BOX 3912, Odessa, TX 79760
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering EL Magnet at Blackshear may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GALE POND ALAMO EL (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EL MAGNET AT REAGAN EL (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EL MAGNET AT HAYS (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Odessa, see our Odessa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CARVER EARLY EE-KG Odessa | 0.1 mi | 3.1 |
| EL MAGNET AT MILAM EL Odessa | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| EL MAGNET AT HAYS Odessa | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| LAMAR EARLY EE-KG Odessa | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| EL MAGNET AT TRAVIS Odessa | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| ECTOR COLLEGE PREP SUCCESS ACADEMY Odessa | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| AUSTIN MONTESSORI MAGNET Odessa | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| DOWLING EL Odessa | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| MONTESSORI MASTERY SCHOOL OF ODESSA Odessa | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| ST MARYS CENTRAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Odessa | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| EL MAGNET AT ZAVALA Odessa | 1.7 mi | 1.8 |
| BONHAM MIDDLE Odessa | 1.9 mi | 3.3 |
| EL MAGNET AT REAGAN EL Odessa | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| ODESSA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Odessa | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| GALE POND ALAMO EL Odessa | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| ODESSA H S Odessa | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| REG DAY SCHOOL FOR DEAF Odessa | 1.8 mi | — |
| PREMIER H S ODESSA Lewisville | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| GONZALES EL Odessa | 2.1 mi | 2.9 |
| KIDDIE KOLLEGE PRESCHOOL Odessa | 2.0 mi | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about EL Magnet at Blackshear
What grades does EL Magnet at Blackshear serve?
EL Magnet at Blackshear serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend EL Magnet at Blackshear?
EL Magnet at Blackshear has an enrollment of approximately 693 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at EL Magnet at Blackshear?
The student-teacher ratio at EL Magnet at Blackshear is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does EL Magnet at Blackshear rank in TX?
EL Magnet at Blackshear ranks #8,032 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is EL Magnet at Blackshear's MySchoolScout rating?
EL Magnet at Blackshear has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at EL Magnet at Blackshear?
Based on loaded state assessment records, EL Magnet at Blackshear has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is EL Magnet at Blackshear a charter school?
No, EL Magnet at Blackshear is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is EL Magnet at Blackshear a Title I school?
No, EL Magnet at Blackshear is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for EL Magnet at Blackshear?
86.0% of students at EL Magnet at Blackshear qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 693
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ector County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.7%
- Phone
- (432) 456-1279
Resources & Links
District
ECTOR COUNTY ISD- District Enrollment
- 33,426
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,723
- District Rank
- #32 of 43
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