Serving 388 students in grades 3-6, Irving L. Branch Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California 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% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Irving L. Branch Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Edwards, CA, covering approximately 552.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 15.3 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 29.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Irving L. Branch Elementary School's student population of 388 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
388 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Irving L. Branch Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irving L. Branch Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#4680 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
36%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
30%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
27%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irving L. Branch Elementary School's ranking?
Irving L. Branch Elementary School is ranked #4680 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Irving L. Branch Elementary School?
388 students attend Irving L. Branch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Irving L. Branch Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 27% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Irving L. Branch Elementary School?
Irving L. Branch Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Irving L. Branch Elementary School offer ?
Irving L. Branch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is Irving L. Branch Elementary School part of?
Irving L. Branch Elementary School is part of Muroc Joint Unified School District.
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