Joshua Circle Elementary vs Tarpey Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 341 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
Tarpey Elementary
Clovis · Public elementary · Grades K–6
643 students
| Measure | Joshua Circle Elementary Hesperia, California | Tarpey Elementary Clovis, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5330 of 5,693 | #2843 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48934 of 50,301 | #34716 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 643 | 643 |
| Enrollment | 643 | 643 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.8% | 77.1% |
| Students per teacher | 23.8 | 21.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 40% |
| city | Hesperia | Clovis |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Tarpey Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.9 vs 11.8).
- •Tarpey Elementary does better on math proficiency (40% vs 18%).
- •Tarpey Elementary does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 24%).
- •Tarpey Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.1% vs 84.8%).
- •Tarpey Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.4 vs 23.8).
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 Tarpey Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Tarpey Elementary ranks higher (35.9 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 Tarpey Elementary?
About 341 km in a straight line, between Hesperia and Clovis in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joshua Circle Elementary: 643. Tarpey Elementary: 643. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joshua Circle Elementary and Tarpey Elementary rank in California?
Joshua Circle Elementary is 5330th of 5,693 and Tarpey Elementary is 2843rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).