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Odem EL
Elementary School · ODEM-EDROY ISD
1 OWL SQUARE, Odem, TX 78370
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on TX statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,856 of 8,552
In Odem
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
ODEM-EDROY ISD
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Odem EL
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About Odem EL
Odem EL is a public elementary school in Odem, TX, part of ODEM-EDROY ISD. Odem EL serves approximately 246 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Odem EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #5,856 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Odem EL sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
34% of students at Odem 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Odem EL Compares
See how Odem 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
1 OWL SQUARE, Odem, TX 78370
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Odem EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILMA MAGEE INT (rated 7.8/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Corpus Christi), which scores notably higher. Another option is TULOSO-MIDWAY PRI (rated 7.6/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Corpus Christi), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CALALLEN WEST INT (rated 7.5/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Corpus Christi), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Odem, see our Odem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ODEM INT Odem | 0.0 mi | 5.7 |
| ODEM H S Odem | 0.0 mi | 7.4 |
| ODEM J H Odem | 0.0 mi | 6.2 |
| CALALLEN MIDDLE Corpus Christi | 6.3 mi | 7.0 |
| WILMA MAGEE INT Corpus Christi | 6.5 mi | 7.8 |
| GRACE TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Corpus Christi | 7.1 mi | — |
| CALALLEN H S Corpus Christi | 6.9 mi | 7.9 |
| CALALLEN WEST INT Corpus Christi | 7.0 mi | 7.5 |
| E MERLE SMITH MIDDLE Sinton | 6.9 mi | 7.7 |
| CALALLEN EAST EL Corpus Christi | 7.4 mi | 4.3 |
| TULOSO-MIDWAY PRI Corpus Christi | 7.6 mi | 7.6 |
| JUVENILE DETENTION CTR Sinton | 7.2 mi | — |
| CALALLEN WOOD RIVER EL Corpus Christi | 7.5 mi | 7.5 |
| TULOSO-MIDWAY H S Corpus Christi | 8.4 mi | 5.2 |
| SINTON EL Sinton | 8.0 mi | 7.1 |
| TULOSO-MIDWAY MIDDLE Corpus Christi | 8.4 mi | 7.5 |
| ARLINGTON HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Corpus Christi | 8.7 mi | 7.8 |
| WELDER EL Sinton | 8.4 mi | 5.9 |
| SINTON H S Sinton | 8.5 mi | 6.8 |
| TULOSO-MIDWAY INT Corpus Christi | 9.4 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78370 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,327
Median Home Value
$190,800
Median Rent
$1,132/mo
Population
5,155
College Educated
13.2%
Homeownership
77.3%
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
36.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOWIE INT Bowie, TX | 5.4 |
| BRILLANTE ACADEMY Mission, TX | 5.4 |
| CAPITOL EL Levelland, TX | 5.4 |
| COUCH COLLEGIATE PREP EL Garland, TX | 5.4 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mcallen, TX | 5.4 |
| DAVIS EL Plano, TX | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Odem EL
What grades does Odem EL serve?
Odem EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Odem EL?
Odem EL has an enrollment of approximately 246 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Odem EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Odem EL is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Odem EL rank in TX?
Odem EL ranks #5,856 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Odem EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Odem EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Odem EL a charter school?
No, Odem EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Odem EL a Title I school?
No, Odem EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Odem EL?
62.2% of students at Odem 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 246
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- San Patricio County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.1%
- Phone
- (361) 368-8121
Resources & Links
District
ODEM-EDROY ISD- District Enrollment
- 913
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,294
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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