Serving 254 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Joshua Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joshua Academy's student population of 254 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
254 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1998
Campus Size
3 acres
School Motto
Home of the Bright Ones
School Rankings
Joshua Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joshua Academy is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1525 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
76%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Gold
School Mascot
Bright Ones
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joshua Academy's ranking?
Joshua Academy is ranked #1525 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Joshua Academy often compared to?
Joshua Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Lodge Community School, Highland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Joshua Academy?
254 students attend Joshua Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Joshua Academy students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joshua Academy?
Joshua Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Joshua Academy offer ?
Joshua Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joshua Academy part of?
Joshua Academy is part of Joshua Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Joshua Academy located?
Joshua Academy is located in the Garvinwood neighborhood of Evansville, IN.
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