For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,365 students in Joshua, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Joshua, TX are Plum Creek Elementary School, A G Elder Elementary School and R C Loflin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Joshua, TX public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in Joshua have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Joshua, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Plum Creek Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 Plum St
Joshua, TX 76058
(817) 202-2500
Joshua, TX 76058
(817) 202-2500
Gr: PK-5 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
A G Elder Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
513 Henderson St
Joshua, TX 76058
(817) 202-2500
Joshua, TX 76058
(817) 202-2500
Gr: PK-5 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
R C Loflin Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6801 Cr 1902
Joshua, TX 76058
(817) 202-2500
Joshua, TX 76058
(817) 202-2500
Gr: 6-8 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #44.
H D Staples Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
505 S Main
Joshua, TX 76058
(817) 202-2500
Joshua, TX 76058
(817) 202-2500
Gr: PK-5 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #55.
Caddo Grove Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7301 Fm 1902
Joshua, TX 76058
(817) 202-2500
Joshua, TX 76058
(817) 202-2500
Gr: PK-5 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: n/an/a
7800 Silo Mills Pkwy
Joshua, TX 76058
(817) 592-4430
Joshua, TX 76058
(817) 592-4430
Gr: PK-5 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Joshua, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Joshua, TX include Plum Creek Elementary School, A G Elder Elementary School and R C Loflin Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Joshua?
6 public elementary schools are located in Joshua.
What is the racial composition of students in Joshua?
Joshua public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Joshua are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Joshua include: H D Staples Elementary School vs. Plum Creek Elementary School, Plum Creek Elementary School vs. H D Staples Elementary School
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