Needs Improvement
#8179 of 8,552 schools in TX
L B Johnson EL
Elementary School · ECTOR COUNTY ISD
P O BOX 3912, Odessa, TX 79760
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,179 of 8,552
In Odessa
#40 of 48
public schools
In district
#35 of 43
ECTOR COUNTY ISD
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L B Johnson EL
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About L B Johnson EL
L B Johnson EL is a public elementary school in Odessa, TX, part of ECTOR COUNTY ISD. L B Johnson EL serves approximately 510 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. L B Johnson EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,179 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for L B Johnson EL show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at L B Johnson 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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L B Johnson EL — Students at L B Johnson EL score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68%
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: 2.7/10.
How L B Johnson EL Compares
See how L B Johnson 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 L B Johnson EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EL MAGNET AT REAGAN EL (rated 8.1/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ODESSA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - ODESSA (rated 7.3/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Odessa, see our Odessa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE STEM ACADEMY Odessa | 0.9 mi | — |
| CROSSROADS SCHOOL Odessa | 1.4 mi | — |
| COMPASS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Odessa | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| NIMITZ MIDDLE Odessa | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| THE ODESSA Y LEARNING CENTER Odessa | 1.9 mi | 3.3 |
| BLANTON EL Odessa | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| GONZALES EL Odessa | 2.3 mi | 2.9 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - ODESSA Odessa | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| EL MAGNET AT REAGAN EL Odessa | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTESSORI MASTERY SCHOOL OF ODESSA Odessa | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| IDEA YUKON COLLEGE PREPARATORY Odessa | 3.5 mi | 7.2 |
| IDEA YUKON ACADEMY Odessa | 3.5 mi | 3.9 |
| BONHAM MIDDLE Odessa | 3.1 mi | 3.3 |
| ODESSA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Odessa | 3.1 mi | 7.6 |
| PERMIAN H S Odessa | 3.0 mi | 3.6 |
| IRELAND EL Odessa | 3.3 mi | 4.3 |
| BURNET EL Odessa | 3.3 mi | 2.2 |
| DOWLING EL Odessa | 3.6 mi | 4.7 |
| LAMAR EARLY EE-KG Odessa | 4.1 mi | 3.0 |
| CARVER EARLY EE-KG Odessa | 4.2 mi | 3.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about L B Johnson EL
What grades does L B Johnson EL serve?
L B Johnson EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend L B Johnson EL?
L B Johnson EL has an enrollment of approximately 510 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at L B Johnson EL?
The student-teacher ratio at L B Johnson EL is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does L B Johnson EL rank in TX?
L B Johnson EL ranks #8,179 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is L B Johnson EL's MySchoolScout rating?
L B Johnson EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 L B Johnson EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, L B Johnson EL has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is L B Johnson EL a charter school?
No, L B Johnson EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is L B Johnson EL a Title I school?
No, L B Johnson EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for L B Johnson EL?
68.0% of students at L B Johnson 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
- 510
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ector County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.1%
- Phone
- (432) 456-1289
Resources & Links
District
ECTOR COUNTY ISD- District Enrollment
- 33,426
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,723
- District Rank
- #35 of 43
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