Joshua Cowell Elementary

Joshua Cowell Elementary School is in a small suburb at 740 Pestana Avenue. There are 714 students in grades K–8. There are 23:1 students  teacher ratio. Based on their test scores, 19% of students are good at math and 37% are good at reading. There are the same number of males and females in the class. The school wants its students to be part of the community and help each other out. Being a part of campus groups like the morning news crew can help students feel more sure of themselves and improve their public speaking skills. Every family gets new guides on how to stay safe and be ready, so the school community is always safe and up to date. Teachers give their students group projects and fun, hands-on activities to help them learn how to think critically and solve problems. Most homes in this area cost between $500,000 and $690,000. Parents like the school because the teachers are quick to answer questions and tell kids what to do. The school is doing everything it can to be one of the best elementary schools in California.

Joshua Cowell Elementary is emphasizing collaborative leadership this month, with students taking active roles in morning news crews and campus events. The school is currently preparing for the 2026-27 registration cycle and has released updated safety and preparedness guides for families. Teachers are working with students this week on MAP testing to assess literacy and math growth.

Q1. Does Joshua Cowell Elementary have a mission statement or a motto?

Ans. Joshua Cowell Elementary wants to give students the power to learn by working together as leaders and making sure that every student meets grade-level standards.

Q2. Can kids at Joshua Cowell Elementary bring their own devices?

Ans. Most of the time, students at Joshua Cowell Elementary use school-provided devices for schoolwork instead of bringing their own electronics from home.

Q3. Do they have "Spirit Days" at Joshua Cowell Elementary during the school year?

Ans. Joshua Cowell Elementary holds different spirit days throughout the year to boost school pride and create a positive campus culture.

Q4. What does Joshua Cowell Elementary do to keep students in line?

Ans. The positive behavior intervention system at Joshua Cowell Elementary is based on teaching students what is expected of them and rewarding them for making good choices.

Q5. Does Joshua Cowell Elementary work with other groups in the community?

Ans. Joshua Cowell Elementary works with businesses and groups in the area to give students new ways to learn and access resources in the community.