Serving 554 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Sycamore Ridge ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Math Proficiency: 76%
- Reading Proficiency: 82%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sycamore Ridge ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sycamore Ridge's student population of 554 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
554 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sycamore Ridge is 0.69, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)76%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)82%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
41%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
35%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Sycamore Ridge often compared to?
Sycamore Ridgeis often viewed alongside schools like Ashley Falls Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Sycamore Ridge?
554 students attend Sycamore Ridge.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Sycamore Ridge students are Asian, 35% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sycamore Ridge?
Sycamore Ridge has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sycamore Ridge offer ?
Sycamore Ridge offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Sycamore Ridge part of?
Sycamore Ridge is part of Del Mar Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Sycamore Ridge located?
Sycamore Ridge is located in the Pacific Highlands Ranch neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Pacific Highlands Ranch.
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