Serving 1,287 students in grades 9-12, Joshua High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joshua High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Joshua High School's student population of 1,287 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joshua High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joshua High School is 0.52, which is less 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
#4610 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
32%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
62%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joshua High School's ranking?
Joshua High School is ranked #4610 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Joshua High School often compared to?
Joshua High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burleson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Joshua High School?
The graduation rate of Joshua High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Joshua High School?
1,287 students attend Joshua High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Joshua High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joshua High School?
Joshua High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joshua High School offer ?
Joshua High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Joshua High School part of?
Joshua High School is part of Joshua Independent School District.
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