Needs Improvement
#8110 of 8,552 schools in TX
The Odessa Y Learning Center
School · ECTOR COUNTY ISD
3001 E UNIVERSITY, Odessa, TX 79762
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 46 schools in Odessa. Learn more
Enrollment
186
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
186
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,110 of 8,552
In Odessa
#39 of 48
public schools
In district
#34 of 43
ECTOR COUNTY ISD
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The Odessa Y Learning Center
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About The Odessa Y Learning Center
The Odessa Y Learning Center is a public school in Odessa, TX, part of ECTOR COUNTY ISD. The Odessa Y Learning Center serves approximately 186 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. The Odessa Y Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,110 of 8,552 schools in TX.
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 186 students, The Odessa Y Learning Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
The Odessa Y Learning Center is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72%
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 The Odessa Y Learning Center Compares
See how The Odessa Y Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3001 E UNIVERSITY, Odessa, TX 79762
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Odessa Y Learning Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. CARVER EARLY EE-KG (rated 3.1/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LAMAR EARLY EE-KG (rated 3.0/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Odessa, see our Odessa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GONZALES EL Odessa | 0.6 mi | 2.9 |
| THE STEM ACADEMY Odessa | 1.2 mi | — |
| NIMITZ MIDDLE Odessa | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| MONTESSORI MASTERY SCHOOL OF ODESSA Odessa | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| EL MAGNET AT REAGAN EL Odessa | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| BLANTON EL Odessa | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - ODESSA Odessa | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| BONHAM MIDDLE Odessa | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| ODESSA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Odessa | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| L B JOHNSON EL Odessa | 1.9 mi | 3.2 |
| DOWLING EL Odessa | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| CARVER EARLY EE-KG Odessa | 2.3 mi | 3.1 |
| EL MAGNET AT HAYS Odessa | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| PERMIAN H S Odessa | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
| EL MAGNET AT MILAM EL Odessa | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| LAMAR EARLY EE-KG Odessa | 2.2 mi | 3.0 |
| EL MAGNET AT BLACKSHEAR Odessa | 2.4 mi | 3.4 |
| BURNET EL Odessa | 2.3 mi | 2.2 |
| IRELAND EL Odessa | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
| GALE POND ALAMO EL Odessa | 2.6 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79762 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,560
Median Home Value
$218,900
Median Rent
$1,338/mo
Population
40,141
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
57.3%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
31.4
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Odessa Y Learning Center
What grades does The Odessa Y Learning Center serve?
The Odessa Y Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend The Odessa Y Learning Center?
The Odessa Y Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 186 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Odessa Y Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at The Odessa Y Learning Center is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does The Odessa Y Learning Center rank in TX?
The Odessa Y Learning Center ranks #8,110 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is The Odessa Y Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
The Odessa Y Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Odessa Y Learning Center a charter school?
Yes, The Odessa Y Learning Center is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is The Odessa Y Learning Center a Title I school?
No, The Odessa Y Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for The Odessa Y Learning Center?
72.0% of students at The Odessa Y Learning Center 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 – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 186
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ector County
- Phone
- (432) 362-4301
Resources & Links
District
ECTOR COUNTY ISD- District Enrollment
- 33,426
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,723
- District Rank
- #34 of 43
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