Summary:
The 79762 zip code area of Odessa, Texas is home to 13 schools, including 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school, all part of the Ector County Independent School District (ISD). While the district is ranked 654 out of 968 in Texas and has a 2-star rating, the data reveals stark performance differences between the highest and lowest-performing schools in the area.
The standout schools in the 79762 zip code are The Stem Academy, a public charter school with strong academic performance, and Harmony Science Academy - Odessa, another high-performing public charter. These schools significantly outpace the Ector County ISD and the state of Texas in proficiency rates for subjects like reading, math, and Algebra I. In contrast, the Alter Educational Center, an alternative school, struggles with low proficiency rates and a 0.0% four-year graduation rate, indicating the need for targeted interventions.
Socioeconomic factors appear to play a significant role, as schools with higher percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch tend to have lower academic performance. Additionally, the large disparity in spending per student, ranging from $9,050 at Blanton Elementary to $119,207 at Alter Educational Center, raises questions about the efficient allocation of resources and its impact on student outcomes. Overall, the data highlights both areas of strength and areas in need of improvement within the schools in the 79762 zip code.
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