Serving 786 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Joe Michell ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 786 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joe Michell ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Joe Michell's student population of 786 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
786 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joe Michell ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joe Michell is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2377 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
29%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
44%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joe Michell's ranking?
Joe Michell is ranked #2377 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Joe Michell often compared to?
Joe Michellis often viewed alongside schools like Emma C. Smith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Joe Michell?
786 students attend Joe Michell.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Joe Michell students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joe Michell?
Joe Michell has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Joe Michell offer ?
Joe Michell offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Joe Michell part of?
Joe Michell is part of Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District.
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