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Ross EL

Elementary School · ECTOR COUNTY ISD

P O BOX 3912, Odessa, TX 79760

Enrollment

422

Student-Teacher

19.2:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#6,106 of 8,552

In Odessa

#19 of 48

public schools

In district

#16 of 43

ECTOR COUNTY ISD

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Ross EL

5.2/10

Elementary School in Odessa · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.3/10

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About Ross EL

Ross EL is a public elementary school in Odessa, TX, part of ECTOR COUNTY ISD. Ross EL serves approximately 422 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ross EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,106 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Ross EL show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-3.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.3 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment2.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,723
Chronic Absenteeism26.5%

Ross EL — Students at Ross EL score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 45.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 48.2% (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
94%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
56%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
20%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
16%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
16%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
33.1%
ELA
41.6%
2024
Math
40%
ELA
47%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Ross EL Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
29th percentile in TX
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.5%

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

P O BOX 3912, Odessa, TX 79760

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ross EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GALE POND ALAMO EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EL MAGNET AT REAGAN EL (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ODESSA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Odessa, see our Odessa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
GOLIAD EL Odessa 0.5 mi 4.3
IRELAND EL Odessa 0.6 mi 4.3
WILSON & YOUNG MEDAL OF HONOR MIDDLE Odessa 0.8 mi 6.0
BURNET EL Odessa 1.0 mi 2.2
PERMIAN H S Odessa 0.9 mi 3.6
SAM HOUSTON EL Odessa 1.1 mi 3.9
ECTOR CO YOUTH CTR Odessa 1.6 mi
ALTER ED CTR Odessa 1.6 mi 4.1
GEORGE H W BUSH NEW TECH ODESSA Odessa 1.6 mi 8.6
BURLESON EL Odessa 1.5 mi 2.8
GALE POND ALAMO EL Odessa 1.7 mi 8.2
HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - ODESSA Odessa 1.7 mi 7.3
ODESSA COLLEGIATE ACADEMY EARLY COLLEGE H S Odessa 1.9 mi 8.0
ODESSA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Odessa 1.8 mi 7.6
ODESSA CAREER AND TECHNICAL EARLY COLLEGE H S Odessa 1.9 mi 7.5
BONHAM MIDDLE Odessa 1.9 mi 3.3
DOWLING EL Odessa 2.0 mi 4.7
ST MARYS CENTRAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Odessa 2.1 mi 4.7
EL MAGNET AT REAGAN EL Odessa 2.1 mi 8.1
KIDDIE KOLLEGE PRESCHOOL Odessa 2.2 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ross EL

What grades does Ross EL serve?

Ross EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Ross EL?

Ross EL has an enrollment of approximately 422 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ross EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Ross EL is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ross EL rank in TX?

Ross EL ranks #6,106 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Ross EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Ross EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Ross EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ross EL has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Ross EL a charter school?

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

Is Ross EL a Title I school?

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

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

76.8% of students at Ross 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
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Ector County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.5%

District

ECTOR COUNTY ISD
District Enrollment
33,426
Schools in District
46
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,723
District Rank
#16 of 43

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