Very Good
#1799 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 21% in state
O'dell EL
Elementary School · CELINA ISD
750 PUNK CARTER PKWY, Celina, TX 75009
Enrollment
801
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
801
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,799 of 8,552
In Celina
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
CELINA ISD
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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O'dell EL
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About O'dell EL
O'dell EL is a public elementary school in Celina, TX, part of CELINA ISD. O'dell EL serves approximately 801 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. O'dell EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,799 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for O'dell EL show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 8.3
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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O'dell EL — Students at O'dell EL score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 14 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: 9.3/10.
How O'dell EL Compares
See how O'dell 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
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. SAM JOHNSON EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RALPH AND MARY LYNN BOYER EL (rated 8.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Prosper), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARCY B LYKINS EL (rated 8.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. 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 | 5.8 |
| LIGHT FARMS EL Celina | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| SAM JOHNSON EL Celina | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
| PROSPER H S Prosper | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| MARCY B LYKINS EL Celina | 2.5 mi | 8.7 |
| RALPH AND MARY LYNN BOYER EL Prosper | 2.5 mi | 8.8 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Celina | 2.9 mi | 4.6 |
| REYNOLDS MIDDLE Prosper | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
| PROSPER MONTESSORI ACADEMY Prosper | 3.5 mi | 5.4 |
| CYNTHIA A COCKRELL EL Prosper | 3.4 mi | 8.4 |
| PRESTONWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF PROSPER Prosper | 3.5 mi | 6.6 |
| JUDY RUCKER EL Prosper | 3.9 mi | 7.5 |
| WALNUT GROVE H S Prosper | 3.9 mi | — |
| R STEVE FOLSOM EL Prosper | 4.2 mi | 8.0 |
| FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY OF PROSPER Lewisville | 4.1 mi | 6.1 |
| LORENE ROGERS MIDDLE Prosper | 4.3 mi | 7.5 |
| JIM AND BETTY HUGHES EL Mckinney | 4.9 mi | 8.3 |
| JERRY & LINDA MOORE MIDDLE Celina | 5.1 mi | 7.2 |
| JOYCE HALL EL Prosper | 4.6 mi | 7.5 |
| ROCK HILL H S Frisco | 5.2 mi | 6.9 |
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
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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 ranks #1,799 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is O'dell EL's MySchoolScout rating?
O'dell EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 O'dell EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, O'dell EL has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.2%
- Phone
- (469) 742-9106
Resources & Links
District
CELINA ISD- District Enrollment
- 4,577
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,959
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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