The PTA at Sycamore Ridge Elementary School is focused on creating a strong sense of community among students and their families.
Serving 386 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Sycamore Ridge ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sycamore Ridge serves the northeast part of San Diego, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2 miles away.
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sycamore Ridge's student population of 386 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
386 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
To ignite genius and empower students to advance the world!
School Rankings
Sycamore Ridge 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 Ridge is 0.70, 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
#1023 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
38%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-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 Ridge's ranking?
Sycamore Ridge is ranked #1023 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
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?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sycamore Ridge?
386 students attend Sycamore Ridge.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Sycamore Ridge students are Asian, 37% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sycamore Ridge?
Sycamore Ridge has a student ration of 18:1, 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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