Serving 316 students in grades 9-12, Odyssey Early College And Career Options ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 32%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- 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
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 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
316 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Odyssey Early College And Career Options ranks within the top 30% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Odyssey Early College And Career Options is 0.62, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#359 out of 1779 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
26%
35%
Black
7%
5%
White
55%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Odyssey Early College And Career Options's ranking?
Odyssey Early College And Career Options is ranked #359 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 Aspen Valley Campus, Community Prep Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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 65-69%, 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?
55% of Odyssey Early College And Career Options students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Odyssey Early College And Career Options?
Odyssey Early College And Career Options has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Odyssey Early College And Career Options offer ?
Odyssey Early College And Career Options offers enrollment in grades 9-12
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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