Serving 574 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Joshua Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joshua Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Joshua Elementary School's student population of 574 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
574 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joshua Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joshua Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9501 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
38%
5%
White
26%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joshua Elementary School's ranking?
Joshua Elementary School is ranked #9501 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Joshua Elementary School?
574 students attend Joshua Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Joshua Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joshua Elementary School?
Joshua Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Joshua Elementary School offer ?
Joshua Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Joshua Elementary School part of?
Joshua Elementary School is part of Lancaster Elementary School District.
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