Serving 749 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Sycamore Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sycamore Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sycamore Creek Elementary School's student population of 749 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sycamore Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sycamore Creek Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#524 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
27%
17%
White
51%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sycamore Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Sycamore Creek Elementary School is ranked #524 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Sycamore Creek Elementary School?
749 students attend Sycamore Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Sycamore Creek Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sycamore Creek Elementary School?
Sycamore Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sycamore Creek Elementary School offer ?
Sycamore Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Sycamore Creek Elementary School part of?
Sycamore Creek Elementary School is part of Pickerington Local School District.
In what neighborhood is Sycamore Creek Elementary School located?
Sycamore Creek Elementary School is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Pickerington, OH. There are 6 other public schools located in South Columbus.
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