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Odom EL

Elementary School · ALDINE ISD

14701 HENRY RD, Houston, TX 77060

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

342

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

5.3

Grades

1st – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,910 of 8,552

In Houston

#436 of 723

public schools

In district

#31 of 77

ALDINE ISD

Equity

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Odom EL

5.3/10

Elementary School in Houston · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.1/10

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About Odom EL

Odom EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of ALDINE ISD. Odom EL serves approximately 342 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Odom EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #5,910 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Odom EL show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+1.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.3 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+6.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,268
Chronic Absenteeism29.5%

Odom EL — Students at Odom EL score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

97.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 60.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 56.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
91%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
73%
ELA
71%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
21%
2022
Math
29.5%
ELA
38.8%
2024
Math
45%
ELA
35%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Odom EL Compares

See how Odom EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
31th percentile in TX
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
6.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
97%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

14701 HENRY RD, Houston, TX 77060

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Odom EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH CENTRAL EL (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is REED ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THOMPSON EL (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
THOMPSON EL Houston 1.3 mi 7.1
GRANTHAM ACADEMY Houston 1.3 mi 3.1
REED ACADEMY Houston 1.3 mi 7.6
RAYMOND EL Houston 1.4 mi 2.6
MARCELLA EL Houston 1.6 mi 6.7
HINOJOSA EC/PK/K Houston 1.4 mi 5.2
STOVALL MIDDLE Houston 1.5 mi 3.7
ALDINE H S Houston 1.5 mi 3.2
LA PROMESA Houston 1.5 mi 6.0
NORTH CENTRAL EL Houston 1.5 mi 8.1
BLACK EL Houston 1.7 mi 3.3
YES PREP - NORTH CENTRAL Houston 1.6 mi 7.1
DE SANTIAGO EC/PK/K Houston 1.8 mi 5.1
BUSSEY EL Houston 1.7 mi 5.1
ECKERT EL Houston 1.8 mi 6.0
KEEBLE EC/PK/K Houston 1.9 mi 5.7
CARROLL EL Houston 2.2 mi 3.1
LANE SCHOOL Houston 2.1 mi 2.6
ALDINE MIDDLE Houston 2.2 mi 3.2
HALL SUCCESS ACADEMY Houston 2.3 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,843

Median Home Value

$144,900

Median Rent

$1,024/mo

Population

44,920

College Educated

7%

Homeownership

23%

Avg Commute

30.9 min

Poverty Rate

35.3%

Median Age

28.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Odom EL

What grades does Odom EL serve?

Odom EL serves students in grades 1st through 5th.

How many students attend Odom EL?

Odom EL has an enrollment of approximately 342 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Odom EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Odom EL is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Odom EL rank in TX?

Odom EL ranks #5,910 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Odom EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Odom EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Odom EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Odom EL has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Odom EL a charter school?

No, Odom EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Odom EL a Title I school?

No, Odom EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Odom EL?

97.1% of students at Odom 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
97.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.5%

District

ALDINE ISD
District Enrollment
57,844
Schools in District
80
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,268
District Rank
#31 of 77

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