Odem High School is a public high school located in the city of Odem, Texas, in San Patricio County, United States and classified as a 3A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Odem Independent School District located in east central San Patricio County.
Serving 274 students in grades 9-12, Odem High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Odem High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Odem High School's student population of 274 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Owls
School Rankings
Odem High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Odem High School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3177 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
81%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
18%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Owls
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Odem High School's ranking?
Odem High School is ranked #3177 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Odem High School often compared to?
Odem High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sinton High School, Taft High School, Ingleside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Odem High School?
The graduation rate of Odem High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Odem High School?
274 students attend Odem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Odem High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Odem High School?
Odem High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Odem High School offer ?
Odem High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Odem High School part of?
Odem High School is part of Odem-Edroy Independent School District.
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