Serving 565 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Sycamore Hills Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sycamore Hills Elementary serves the west part of Fontana, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.6 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sycamore Hills Elementary School's student population of 565 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
565 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Motto
Keeping Students First ... Achievement, Equity, Wellness
School Rankings
Sycamore Hills Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sycamore Hills Elementary School is 0.34, which is less 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
#5424 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
81%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
4%
20%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sycamore Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Sycamore Hills Elementary School is ranked #5424 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sycamore Hills Elementary School?
565 students attend Sycamore Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Sycamore Hills Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sycamore Hills Elementary School?
Sycamore Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sycamore Hills Elementary School offer ?
Sycamore Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Sycamore Hills Elementary School part of?
Sycamore Hills Elementary School is part of Colton Joint Unified School District.
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