Serving 581 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Joshua Hills 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 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Joshua Hills Elementary serves the southern part of Palmdale, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.2 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joshua Hills Elementary School's student population of 581 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
581 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joshua Hills 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 Hills Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#8620 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
2%
20%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joshua Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Joshua Hills Elementary School is ranked #8620 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Joshua Hills Elementary School?
581 students attend Joshua Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Joshua Hills Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joshua Hills Elementary School?
Joshua Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Joshua Hills Elementary School offer ?
Joshua Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Joshua Hills Elementary School part of?
Joshua Hills Elementary School is part of Palmdale Elementary School District.
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