Serving 559 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sycamore Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Sycamore Valley Elementary serves a central area of Danville, CA, encompassing approximately 4.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance area located about 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sycamore Valley Elementary School 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 Valley Elementary School's student population of 559 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
559 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sycamore Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sycamore Valley Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#310 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Asian
36%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
44%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (98-99)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sycamore Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Sycamore Valley Elementary School is ranked #310 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sycamore Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Sycamore Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Creekside Elementary School, Golden View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sycamore Valley Elementary School?
559 students attend Sycamore Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Sycamore Valley Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sycamore Valley Elementary School?
Sycamore Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sycamore Valley Elementary School offer ?
Sycamore Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sycamore Valley Elementary School part of?
Sycamore Valley Elementary School is part of San Ramon Valley Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Loving staff, lots of great arts/crafts, BEAUTIFUL playground, low teacher turn-over.
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