Needs Improvement
#8322 of 8,552 schools in TX
Gonzales EL
Elementary School · ECTOR COUNTY ISD
P O BOX 3912, Odessa, TX 79760
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,322 of 8,552
In Odessa
#43 of 48
public schools
In district
#38 of 43
ECTOR COUNTY ISD
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Gonzales EL
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About Gonzales EL
Gonzales EL is a public elementary school in Odessa, TX, part of ECTOR COUNTY ISD. Gonzales EL serves approximately 477 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Gonzales EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #8,322 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Gonzales EL show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Gonzales 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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Gonzales EL — Students at Gonzales EL score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.5%
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: 3.1/10.
How Gonzales EL Compares
See how Gonzales 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 Gonzales 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 EL MAGNET AT REAGAN EL (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EL MAGNET AT HAYS (rated 7.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Odessa, see our Odessa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE ODESSA Y LEARNING CENTER Odessa | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| MONTESSORI MASTERY SCHOOL OF ODESSA Odessa | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| EL MAGNET AT REAGAN EL Odessa | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - ODESSA Odessa | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| BONHAM MIDDLE Odessa | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| NIMITZ MIDDLE Odessa | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| ODESSA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Odessa | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| BLANTON EL Odessa | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| THE STEM ACADEMY Odessa | 1.4 mi | — |
| DOWLING EL Odessa | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| PERMIAN H S Odessa | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| LAMAR EARLY EE-KG Odessa | 1.8 mi | 3.0 |
| BURNET EL Odessa | 1.7 mi | 2.2 |
| CARVER EARLY EE-KG Odessa | 2.0 mi | 3.1 |
| EL MAGNET AT BLACKSHEAR Odessa | 2.1 mi | 3.4 |
| EL MAGNET AT MILAM EL Odessa | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| EL MAGNET AT HAYS Odessa | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| GALE POND ALAMO EL Odessa | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| IRELAND EL Odessa | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| ST MARYS CENTRAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Odessa | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gonzales EL
What grades does Gonzales EL serve?
Gonzales EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Gonzales EL?
Gonzales EL has an enrollment of approximately 477 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gonzales EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Gonzales EL is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gonzales EL rank in TX?
Gonzales EL ranks #8,322 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Gonzales EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Gonzales EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 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 Gonzales EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gonzales EL has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gonzales EL a charter school?
No, Gonzales EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gonzales EL a Title I school?
No, Gonzales EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gonzales EL?
71.5% of students at Gonzales 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
- 477
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ector County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (432) 456-1119
Resources & Links
District
ECTOR COUNTY ISD- District Enrollment
- 33,426
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,723
- District Rank
- #38 of 43
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