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#4397 of 8,552 schools in TX
G E 'buddy' West EL
Elementary School · ECTOR COUNTY ISD
P O BOX 3912, Odessa, TX 79760
Enrollment
683
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
683
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,397 of 8,552
In Odessa
#11 of 48
public schools
In district
#9 of 43
ECTOR COUNTY ISD
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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G E 'buddy' West EL
Elementary School in Odessa · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About G E 'buddy' West EL
G E 'buddy' West EL is a public elementary school in Odessa, TX, part of ECTOR COUNTY ISD. G E 'buddy' West EL serves approximately 683 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. G E 'buddy' West EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,397 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for G E 'buddy' West EL show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at G E 'buddy' West EL sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
31% of students at G E 'buddy' West EL 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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G E 'buddy' West EL — Students at G E 'buddy' West EL score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 18 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: 9.1/10.
How G E 'buddy' West EL Compares
See how G E 'buddy' West EL 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 G E 'buddy' West EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SAN JACINTO EL (rated 7.7/10, 4.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CAMERON DUAL LANGUAGE MAGNET (rated 7.3/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MURRY FLY EL (rated 5.9/10, 3.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Odessa, see our Odessa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAURO CAVAZOS EL Odessa | 1.1 mi | 1.9 |
| EDWARD K DOWNING EL Odessa | 2.8 mi | 4.2 |
| MURRY FLY EL Odessa | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
| CROCKETT MIDDLE Odessa | 3.6 mi | 4.0 |
| NOEL EL Odessa | 3.8 mi | 4.4 |
| PEASE EL Odessa | 3.8 mi | 1.8 |
| CAMERON DUAL LANGUAGE MAGNET Odessa | 4.0 mi | 7.3 |
| RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY ODESSA Odessa | 4.2 mi | 3.4 |
| SAN JACINTO EL Odessa | 4.5 mi | 7.7 |
| BURLESON EL Odessa | 5.0 mi | 2.8 |
| BOWIE MIDDLE Odessa | 4.9 mi | 3.9 |
| ODESSA H S Odessa | 4.9 mi | 4.1 |
| REG DAY SCHOOL FOR DEAF Odessa | 4.9 mi | — |
| KIDDIE KOLLEGE PRESCHOOL Odessa | 5.2 mi | — |
| ODESSA CAREER AND TECHNICAL EARLY COLLEGE H S Odessa | 5.2 mi | 7.5 |
| EL MAGNET AT ZAVALA Odessa | 5.1 mi | 1.8 |
| PREMIER H S ODESSA Lewisville | 5.2 mi | 4.0 |
| ODESSA COLLEGIATE ACADEMY EARLY COLLEGE H S Odessa | 5.3 mi | 8.0 |
| GEORGE H W BUSH NEW TECH ODESSA Odessa | 5.4 mi | 8.6 |
| AUSTIN MONTESSORI MAGNET Odessa | 5.4 mi | 5.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about G E 'buddy' West EL
What grades does G E 'buddy' West EL serve?
G E 'buddy' West EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend G E 'buddy' West EL?
G E 'buddy' West EL has an enrollment of approximately 683 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at G E 'buddy' West EL?
The student-teacher ratio at G E 'buddy' West EL is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does G E 'buddy' West EL rank in TX?
G E 'buddy' West EL ranks #4,397 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is G E 'buddy' West EL's MySchoolScout rating?
G E 'buddy' West EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 G E 'buddy' West EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, G E 'buddy' West EL has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is G E 'buddy' West EL a charter school?
No, G E 'buddy' West EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is G E 'buddy' West EL a Title I school?
No, G E 'buddy' West EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for G E 'buddy' West EL?
82.4% of students at G E 'buddy' West EL 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
- 683
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Ector County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.3%
- Phone
- (432) 456-1329
Resources & Links
District
ECTOR COUNTY ISD- District Enrollment
- 33,426
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,723
- District Rank
- #9 of 43
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