Serving 688 students in grades Kindergarten-6, 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 3% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). 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 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 688 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Joshua Elementary serves the southern part of the Lancaster, CA school district, covering an attendance area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joshua Elementary School's student population of 688 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
688 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Joshua Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joshua Elementary School is 0.60, which is less 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
#9509 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
51%
56%
Black
37%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joshua Elementary School's ranking?
Joshua Elementary School is ranked #9509 out of 9,523 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
688 students attend Joshua Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Joshua Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joshua Elementary School?
Joshua Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, 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-6
What school district is Joshua Elementary School part of?
Joshua Elementary School is part of Lancaster Elementary School District.
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