Serving 373 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Sycamore Canyon Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sycamore Canyon Elementary serves the northern part of Santee, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of about 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located around 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sycamore Canyon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sycamore Canyon Elementary School's student population of 373 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
373 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
At Sycamore Canyon, we provide a safe and caring environment for lifelong learners with high expectations for academic, social and emotional growth.
School Rankings
Sycamore Canyon Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sycamore Canyon Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1361 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sycamore Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
Sycamore Canyon Elementary School is ranked #1361 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sycamore Canyon Elementary School often compared to?
Sycamore Canyon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rio Seco Elementary School, Carlton Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sycamore Canyon Elementary School?
373 students attend Sycamore Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Sycamore Canyon Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sycamore Canyon Elementary School?
Sycamore Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sycamore Canyon Elementary School offer ?
Sycamore Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Sycamore Canyon Elementary School part of?
Sycamore Canyon Elementary School is part of Santee School District.
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