Blanton El vs Nimitz Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 587 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blanton El
Odessa · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
510 students
Nimitz Middle
Odessa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,310 students
| Measure | Blanton El Odessa, Texas | Nimitz Middle Odessa, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3481 of 4,686 | #1393 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #37082 of 50,301 | #11625 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 510 | 1,310 |
| Enrollment | 510 | 1,310 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.2% | 67.6% |
| Students per teacher | 20.4 | 20.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 36% |
| city | Odessa | Odessa |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (32.2 vs 31.5).
- •Blanton El does better on math proficiency (43% vs 36%).
- •Blanton El does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 39%).
- •Nimitz Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.6% vs 80.2%).
- •Nimitz Middle does better on students per teacher (20.2 vs 20.4).
- •Nimitz Middle is the larger school with 1,310 students compared with 510.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Blanton El better than Nimitz Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Blanton El and Nimitz Middle?
About 587 m in a straight line, between Odessa and Odessa in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Blanton El: 510. Nimitz Middle: 1,310. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Blanton El and Nimitz Middle rank in Texas?
Blanton El is 3481st of 4,686 and Nimitz Middle is 1393rd of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).