Serving 800 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Joseph Sims Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 800 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph Sims Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Joseph Sims Elementary School's student population of 800 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
800 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joseph Sims Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph Sims Elementary School is 0.79, 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
#1585 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
12%
Hispanic
29%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
22%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph Sims Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph Sims Elementary School is ranked #1585 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Joseph Sims Elementary School often compared to?
Joseph Sims Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stone Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Joseph Sims Elementary School?
800 students attend Joseph Sims Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Joseph Sims Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph Sims Elementary School?
Joseph Sims Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Joseph Sims Elementary School offer ?
Joseph Sims Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Joseph Sims Elementary School part of?
Joseph Sims Elementary School is part of Elk Grove Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Joseph Sims Elementary School located?
Joseph Sims Elementary School is located in the Laguna West Lakeside neighborhood of Elk Grove, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Laguna West Lakeside.
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