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#3783 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 44% in state
H D Staples EL
Elementary School · JOSHUA ISD
505 S MAIN, Joshua, TX 76058
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,783 of 8,552
In Joshua
#5 of 9
public schools
In district
#6 of 10
JOSHUA ISD
Academic performance
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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H D Staples EL
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About H D Staples EL
H D Staples EL is a public elementary school in Joshua, TX, part of JOSHUA ISD. H D Staples EL serves approximately 431 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. H D Staples EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,783 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for H D Staples EL show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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H D Staples EL — Students at H D Staples EL score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How H D Staples EL Compares
See how H D Staples EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
505 S MAIN, Joshua, TX 76058
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering H D Staples EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH JOSHUA EL (rated 8.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Burleson), which scores notably higher. Another option is PLUM CREEK EL (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, A G ELDER EL (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Joshua, see our Joshua schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOSHUA H S Joshua | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| A G ELDER EL Joshua | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| JOSHUA H S NINTH GRADE CAMPUS Joshua | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| NEW HORIZON H S Joshua | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| PLUM CREEK EL Joshua | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| JOSHUA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Joshua | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| JOSHUA ADVENTIST MULTIGRADE SCHOOL Joshua | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| R C LOFLIN MIDDLE Joshua | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| NORTH JOSHUA EL Burleson | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
| CADDO GROVE EL Joshua | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| TOM AND NITA NICHOLS MIDDLE Burleson | 3.3 mi | 8.8 |
| PLEASANT VIEW EL Joshua | 3.9 mi | 7.5 |
| IRENE CLINKSCALE EL Burleson | 5.5 mi | 6.9 |
| SYCAMORE ACADEMY Keene | 5.3 mi | 4.8 |
| BURLESON H S Burleson | 5.5 mi | 6.3 |
| IRVING EL Cleburne | 5.7 mi | 6.0 |
| JOHNSON COUNTY J J A E P Cleburne | 5.8 mi | — |
| CHISHOLM TRAIL ACADEMY Keene | 5.6 mi | 6.4 |
| STEAM MIDDLE Burleson | 5.9 mi | 8.0 |
| KEENE J H Keene | 6.0 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76058 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,719
Median Home Value
$224,500
Median Rent
$1,347/mo
Population
21,531
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
16.5%
Median Age
36
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about H D Staples EL
What grades does H D Staples EL serve?
H D Staples EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend H D Staples EL?
H D Staples EL has an enrollment of approximately 431 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at H D Staples EL?
The student-teacher ratio at H D Staples EL is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does H D Staples EL rank in TX?
H D Staples EL ranks #3,783 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is H D Staples EL's MySchoolScout rating?
H D Staples EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at H D Staples EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, H D Staples EL has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is H D Staples EL a charter school?
No, H D Staples EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is H D Staples EL a Title I school?
No, H D Staples EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for H D Staples EL?
62.2% of students at H D Staples EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 431
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Johnson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.6%
- Phone
- (817) 202-2500
Resources & Links
District
JOSHUA ISD- District Enrollment
- 6,020
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,068
- District Rank
- #6 of 10
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