Below Average
#7206 of 8,552 schools in TX
Goliad EL
Elementary School · ECTOR COUNTY ISD
P O BOX 3912, Odessa, TX 79760
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,206 of 8,552
In Odessa
#24 of 48
public schools
In district
#21 of 43
ECTOR COUNTY ISD
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Goliad EL
Elementary School in Odessa · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Goliad EL
Goliad EL is a public elementary school in Odessa, TX, part of ECTOR COUNTY ISD. Goliad EL serves approximately 616 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Goliad EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #7,206 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Goliad EL show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Goliad 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.
35% of students at Goliad 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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Goliad EL — Students at Goliad EL score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.7%
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: 6.3/10.
How Goliad EL Compares
See how Goliad 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 Goliad EL 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 ODESSA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - ODESSA (rated 7.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Odessa, see our Odessa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROSS EL Odessa | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| WILSON & YOUNG MEDAL OF HONOR MIDDLE Odessa | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| SAM HOUSTON EL Odessa | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| IRELAND EL Odessa | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| ALTER ED CTR Odessa | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| ECTOR CO YOUTH CTR Odessa | 1.3 mi | — |
| BURLESON EL Odessa | 1.4 mi | 2.8 |
| BURNET EL Odessa | 1.5 mi | 2.2 |
| PERMIAN H S Odessa | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| GEORGE H W BUSH NEW TECH ODESSA Odessa | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| ODESSA COLLEGIATE ACADEMY EARLY COLLEGE H S Odessa | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| ODESSA CAREER AND TECHNICAL EARLY COLLEGE H S Odessa | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| GALE POND ALAMO EL Odessa | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| ST MARYS CENTRAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Odessa | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| KIDDIE KOLLEGE PRESCHOOL Odessa | 2.4 mi | — |
| BOWIE MIDDLE Odessa | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
| ODESSA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Odessa | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| PREMIER H S ODESSA Lewisville | 2.4 mi | 4.0 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - ODESSA Odessa | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| DOWLING EL Odessa | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
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| BRYSON EL Fort Worth, TX | 4.3 |
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| CARNAHAN EL San Antonio, TX | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Goliad EL
What grades does Goliad EL serve?
Goliad EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Goliad EL?
Goliad EL has an enrollment of approximately 616 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Goliad EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Goliad EL is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Goliad EL rank in TX?
Goliad EL ranks #7,206 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Goliad EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Goliad EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Goliad EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Goliad EL has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Goliad EL a charter school?
No, Goliad EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Goliad EL a Title I school?
No, Goliad EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Goliad EL?
86.7% of students at Goliad 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 616
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ector County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.4%
- Phone
- (432) 456-1109
Resources & Links
District
ECTOR COUNTY ISD- District Enrollment
- 33,426
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,723
- District Rank
- #21 of 43
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