Recognition of Excellence · Odessa, TX · 2026

Woodson Young Scholars Academy

700, Washington Ln Odessa, TX 79761
🏆 Ranked #25 in Odessa · 6.1 / 10 overall
Awards Earned
Best Infant Care
Best Infant Care
Earned the highest infant care score in Odessa. This dimension focuses on caregiver ratios, responsiveness, feeding and sleep routines, and parent feedback specific to infant rooms.
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Woodson Young Scholars Academy is a HHSC-licensed center in Odessa, TX, serving infants through pre-K in a small, intimate setting of 55 children. The center operates extended hours (7:00 AM–6:00 PM) and accepts state child-care subsidies, providing affordable access for families in the region. Its full age range supports continuity of care as children grow, and small class sizes enable individual teacher attention. However, recent HHSC inspections have identified three high-severity deficiencies; prospective families should review the latest inspection report and consider on-site visits before enrolling.

Safety5.0
Curriculum7.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care7.0
Kindergarten readiness7.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion6.0
Management6.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars6.0
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