Ector County Schools & Education
Ector County, Texas
School Score
10/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
80.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
80.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.6%
Per-Pupil Spending
$5,761
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,498
School Score
10/100
Higher = better
State avg 56/100
State School Rank
#252
of 253 counties (1 = best)
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Education Overview
About Schools in Ector County, Texas
Massive Urban School System
Ector County operates a significant educational network of 52 schools serving 36,423 students. The infrastructure is heavily weighted toward early education, with 30 elementary schools and seven middle schools.
Room for Growth in Outcomes
Ector faces challenges with an 80.0% graduation rate, trailing the national average of 87.0%. Per-pupil spending of $5,761 is also lower than the Texas state average, impacting the composite school score of 45.6.
Ector County ISD and Charters
Ector County ISD is the dominant force, managing 46 schools and over 33,000 students. Charter schools are also a major factor here, with nine campuses like Compass Academy serving 17% of the total school population.
Big City Schools and Large Campus Sizes
Most students attend school in city locales, where campus sizes average a significant 700 students. Permian High School and Odessa High School are massive icons, each enrolling nearly 4,000 students.
Urban Living Near Odessa Schools
Families looking for a variety of educational settings, from large traditional high schools to growing charter options, should explore Odessa. School quality is a major factor in the Ector County housing market as the district works toward academic gains.
School Overview
Total Schools
52
in Ector County
Total Enrollment
36,423
students
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
9
17% of total
School Type Breakdown
2 School Districts in Ector County
ECTOR COUNTY ISD
COMPASS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
52 Public Schools in Ector County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PERMIAN H S | ECTOR COUNTY ISD | 9–12 | High | 3,978 |
| ODESSA H S | ECTOR COUNTY ISD | 9–12 | High | 3,874 |
| COMPASS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL | COMPASS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL | KG–12 | Charter | 1,399 |
| ECTOR COLLEGE PREP SUCCESS ACADEMY | ECTOR COUNTY ISD | 6–8 | Charter | 1,384 |
| NIMITZ MIDDLE | ECTOR COUNTY ISD | 6–8 | Middle | 1,303 |
| WILSON & YOUNG MEDAL OF HONOR MIDDLE | ECTOR COUNTY ISD | 6–8 | Middle | 1,245 |
| CROCKETT MIDDLE | ECTOR COUNTY ISD | 6–8 | Middle | 1,036 |
| MURRY FLY EL | ECTOR COUNTY ISD | PK–5 | Primary | 998 |
| BOWIE MIDDLE | ECTOR COUNTY ISD | 6–8 | Middle | 914 |
| BONHAM MIDDLE | ECTOR COUNTY ISD | 6–8 | Middle | 867 |
| BARBARA JORDAN EL | ECTOR COUNTY ISD | KG–5 | Primary | 854 |
| LEE BUICE EL | ECTOR COUNTY ISD | KG–5 | Primary | 843 |
| EDWARD K DOWNING EL | ECTOR COUNTY ISD | KG–5 | Primary | 817 |
| THE STEM ACADEMY | ECTOR COUNTY ISD | KG–12 | Charter | 766 |
| LAURO CAVAZOS EL | ECTOR COUNTY ISD | KG–5 | Primary | 680 |
| G E 'BUDDY' WEST EL | ECTOR COUNTY ISD | KG–5 | Primary | 680 |
| EL MAGNET AT BLACKSHEAR | ECTOR COUNTY ISD | KG–5 | Primary | 672 |
| EL MAGNET AT MILAM EL | ECTOR COUNTY ISD | PK–5 | Primary | 642 |
| EL MAGNET AT REAGAN EL | ECTOR COUNTY ISD | PK–5 | Primary | 625 |
| CAMERON DUAL LANGUAGE MAGNET | ECTOR COUNTY ISD | PK–6 | Primary | 613 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$5,761
State avg $7,498
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Ector County, Texas — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Ector County, Texas?
Ector County operates a significant educational network of 52 schools serving 36,423 students. The infrastructure is heavily weighted toward early education, with 30 elementary schools and seven middle schools.
How do schools in Ector County perform academically?
Ector faces challenges with an 80.0% graduation rate, trailing the national average of 87.0%. Per-pupil spending of $5,761 is also lower than the Texas state average, impacting the composite school score of 45.6.
What are the major school districts in Ector County, Texas?
Ector County ISD is the dominant force, managing 46 schools and over 33,000 students. Charter schools are also a major factor here, with nine campuses like Compass Academy serving 17% of the total school population.
What is the school experience like in Ector County?
Most students attend school in city locales, where campus sizes average a significant 700 students. Permian High School and Odessa High School are massive icons, each enrolling nearly 4,000 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Ector County, Texas?
Families looking for a variety of educational settings, from large traditional high schools to growing charter options, should explore Odessa. School quality is a major factor in the Ector County housing market as the district works toward academic gains.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.