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Edward K Downing Elementary

Ector County ISD · Ector County · 1480 N KNOX AVE, Odessa, TX 79763

(432)456-5939

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1/10
#4505
Rank 4505 out of 4,678
English Language Arts1/10 · #4659 · 0th percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #4405 · 6th percentile
Science2/10 · #3402 · 15th percentile

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School Overview

Downing Elementary sits in Odessa, a West Texas oil town where the economy runs on the Permian Basin and Friday nights revolve around football. The school faces some real academic headwinds, with English and math scores that reflect the broader challenges many families in this part of Ector County navigate day to day. Families who choose Downing are likely rooted in the neighborhood and looking for a school close to home, though those with flexibility may want to explore other options within the district.

Student Demographics

403 students tested · 2023-24 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
380 (94%)
White
18 (4%)
Other
5 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners200 (50%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged348 (86%)
Students with Disabilities56 (14%)

Staff & Teachers(2023-24)

807
Enrollment
39.4
Teachers (FTE)
20.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs1/10 · #4929 · 4th percentile

3 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Texas.