Joshua Circle Elementary vs Pathways to College K8
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joshua Circle Elementary
Hesperia · Public elementary · Grades K–6
643 students
Pathways to College K8
Hesperia · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
431 students
| Measure | Joshua Circle Elementary Hesperia, California | Pathways to College K8 Hesperia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5330 of 5,693 | #4217 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48934 of 50,301 | #44046 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 643 | 431 |
| Enrollment | 643 | 431 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.8% | 68.9% |
| Students per teacher | 23.8 | 20.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 22% |
| city | Hesperia | Hesperia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pathways to College K8 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.3 vs 11.8).
- •Pathways to College K8 does better on math proficiency (22% vs 18%).
- •Pathways to College K8 does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 24%).
- •Pathways to College K8 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.9% vs 84.8%).
- •Pathways to College K8 does better on students per teacher (20.5 vs 23.8).
- •Joshua Circle Elementary is the larger school with 643 students compared with 431.
- •Joshua Circle Elementary is a public school while Pathways to College K8 is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Joshua Circle Elementary better than Pathways to College K8?
On the Success Index (US), Pathways to College K8 ranks higher (21.3 vs 11.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Joshua Circle Elementary and Pathways to College K8?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Hesperia and Hesperia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joshua Circle Elementary: 643. Pathways to College K8: 431. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joshua Circle Elementary and Pathways to College K8 rank in California?
Joshua Circle Elementary is 5330th of 5,693 and Pathways to College K8 is 4217th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).