BARBARA JORDAN EL

BARBARA JORDAN EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ECTOR COUNTY ISD school district, located in ODESSA, TX with about 807 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 49 teachers, BARBARA JORDAN EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

BARBARA JORDAN ELementary School is a public school located in Odessa, Texas, serving students within the Ector County Independent School District (ECISD). Named in honor of the historic civil rights leader and politician, the school serves a diverse student population, typically covering pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. Like other schools in the district, it focuses on providing a foundational education in core subjects such as reading, mathematics, science, and social studies, while fostering a supportive environment that emphasizes student development and academic growth.

Located in a residential area of Odessa, the school functions as a community hub, working to meet the diverse needs of its families through classroom instruction and various school-sponsored programs. The institution prioritizes the state-mandated Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) curriculum, striving to prepare students for success as they transition into middle school. By cultivating an inclusive school culture, BARBARA JORDAN ELementary aims to uphold the legacy of its namesake by encouraging leadership, civic responsibility, and lifelong learning among its young students.

For more information, contact BARBARA JORDAN EL at (432) 456-1299 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.