We learned a long time ago how valuable a solid educational system can be to thriving communities. From Pre-K all the way through specialized graduate degree programs, Odessa is the head of its educational class.
Public Schools
| Public Schools Total Enrollment: |
| Grades |
Number of Schools |
Enrollment |
| Early Eduction (3-4 years old) |
3 |
696 |
| Elementary (k-6) |
26 |
15,450 |
| Junior High School |
6 |
5,821 |
| High School (10-12) Career Center |
3 |
5,177 |
Private/Charter Schools
| Private/Parochial Schools: |
| Grades |
Number of Schools |
Enrollment |
| Private/Parochial (k-12 at selected schools) |
6 |
549 |
| Charter Schools: |
| Grades |
Number of Schools |
Enrollment |
| High School 9-12 |
1 |
186 |
Colleges and Universities
| College/Universities: |
Enrollment |
| Odessa College |
4,975 |
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| University of Texas Permian Basin |
3,480 |
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| Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center: |
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| School of Nursing: |
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| Undergraduate Students |
45 |
| Graduate Students |
45 |
| School Of Medicine: |
79 |
| School of Allied Health: |
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| Physical Therapy Students |
45 |
| Enrollment Figures: 2006-2007 School Year |