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#3051 of 8,547 schools in TX
Top 36% in state
O'dell EL
Elementary School · CELINA ISD
750 PUNK CARTER PKWY, Celina, TX 75009
Enrollment
801
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
801
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Celina
#2 of 7
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#1,532 of 4,678
In district
#2 of 5
CELINA ISD
Academic performance
8.2 / 10
Very strong
About O'dell EL
O'Dell Elementary serves 801 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Celina, Texas, with a student-teacher ratio of 16.7:1 across its 48 full-time equivalent teaching staff. This regular public school has earned strong recognition, ranking in the 88th percentile statewide at #1052 out of 8,598 Texas elementary schools, reflecting its 7.6 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating. Academically, O'Dell Elementary demonstrates solid performance with 68% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and reading, while 60% reach proficiency in mathematics.
The school's academic score of 9.1 out of 10 indicates consistent educational delivery across grade levels. The school serves a prosperous suburban community in the 75009 zip code, where families enjoy a median household income of $153,658 and median home values of $434,500. Nearly half of the area's 28,109 residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, creating an education-focused environment with a low poverty rate of just 5.3%.
Located at 750 Punk Carter Parkway in Collin County, O'Dell Elementary operates within a large suburban setting that combines the benefits of small-town Celina charm with the resources and opportunities of the rapidly growing Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area.
Score Breakdown
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O'dell EL — Students at O'dell EL score 61% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 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: 7.5/10.
How O'dell EL Compares
See how O'dell EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 66% (2019) to 55% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 69% (2019) to 67% (2021).
Location
750 PUNK CARTER PKWY, Celina, TX 75009
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering O'dell EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RALPH AND MARY LYNN BOYER EL (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Prosper), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SAM JOHNSON EL (rated 6.8/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CYNTHIA A COCKRELL EL (rated 6.3/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Prosper), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Celina, see our Celina schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LILYANA EL Prosper | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| LIGHT FARMS EL Celina | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| SAM JOHNSON EL Celina | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| PROSPER H S Prosper | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| MARCY B LYKINS EL Celina | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| RALPH AND MARY LYNN BOYER EL Prosper | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Celina | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| REYNOLDS MIDDLE Prosper | 3.3 mi | 4.9 |
| PROSPER MONTESSORI ACADEMY Prosper | 3.5 mi | 5.4 |
| CYNTHIA A COCKRELL EL Prosper | 3.4 mi | 6.3 |
| PRESTONWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF PROSPER Prosper | 3.5 mi | 6.6 |
| JUDY RUCKER EL Prosper | 3.9 mi | 5.6 |
| WALNUT GROVE H S Prosper | 3.9 mi | — |
| R STEVE FOLSOM EL Prosper | 4.2 mi | 5.4 |
| FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY OF PROSPER Lewisville | 4.1 mi | 5.1 |
| LORENE ROGERS MIDDLE Prosper | 4.3 mi | 6.3 |
| JIM AND BETTY HUGHES EL Mckinney | 4.9 mi | 6.3 |
| JERRY & LINDA MOORE MIDDLE Celina | 5.1 mi | 6.1 |
| JOYCE HALL EL Prosper | 4.6 mi | 5.7 |
| ROCK HILL H S Frisco | 5.2 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75009 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$166,064
Median Home Value
$471,300
Median Rent
$2,134/mo
Population
30,257
College Educated
55.6%
Homeownership
93%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
37.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding O'dell EL has a median household income of $166,064. It is a well-educated community where 56% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $471,300, with a median rent of $2,134/month. The local poverty rate of 4.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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|---|---|
| BAY COLONY EL Dickinson, TX | 6.9 |
| DALTON EL Uvalde, TX | 6.9 |
| DOROTHY SMITH PULLEN EL Rockwall, TX | 6.9 |
| DREW EL Crosby, TX | 6.9 |
| EAST CLIFF EL Portland, TX | 6.9 |
| ELISHA M PEASE EL Dallas, TX | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about O'dell EL
What grades does O'dell EL serve?
O'dell EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend O'dell EL?
O'dell EL has an enrollment of approximately 801 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at O'dell EL?
The student-teacher ratio at O'dell EL is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does O'dell EL rank in TX?
O'dell EL is ranked #3051 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is O'dell EL's MySchoolScout rating?
O'dell EL has a composite rating of 6.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at O'dell EL?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, O'dell EL has 60.5% math proficiency and 68.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is O'dell EL a charter school?
No, O'dell EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is O'dell EL a Title I school?
No, O'dell EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for O'dell EL?
14.2% of students at O'dell 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 801
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Collin County
- Phone
- (469) 742-9106
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
CELINA ISD- District Enrollment
- 4,577
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,959
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
Other Schools in This District
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Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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