Serving 316 students in grades 9-12, Odyssey Early College And Career Options ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Odyssey Early College And Career Options ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Odyssey Early College And Career Options's student population of 316 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
316 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Motto
Inspiring growth, excellence, and innovation to allow our students to forge the future they envision.
School Rankings
Odyssey Early College And Career Options ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Odyssey Early College And Career Options is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#236 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
27%
36%
Black
8%
5%
White
50%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Odyssey Early College And Career Options's ranking?
Odyssey Early College And Career Options is ranked #236 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Odyssey Early College And Career Options often compared to?
Odyssey Early College And Career Optionsis often viewed alongside schools like Community Prep Charter School, Aspen Valley Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Odyssey Early College And Career Options?
The graduation rate of Odyssey Early College And Career Options is 75-79%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Odyssey Early College And Career Options?
316 students attend Odyssey Early College And Career Options.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Odyssey Early College And Career Options students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Odyssey Early College And Career Options?
Odyssey Early College And Career Options has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Odyssey Early College And Career Options offer ?
Odyssey Early College And Career Options offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Odyssey Early College And Career Options part of?
Odyssey Early College And Career Options is part of Colorado Springs School District No. 11 In The County Of E.
In what neighborhood is Odyssey Early College And Career Options located?
Odyssey Early College And Career Options is located in the East Colorado Springs neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 18 other public schools located in East Colorado Springs.
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