Serving 775 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 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (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
School Overview
Joe Michell's student population of 775 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
775 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Joe Michell ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joe Michell is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2192 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
29%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
43%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
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 #2192 out of 9,523 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?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Joe Michell?
775 students attend Joe Michell.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Joe Michell students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 10% 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 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
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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