Serving 736 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Sycamore Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 736 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sycamore Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sycamore Creek Elementary School's student population of 736 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
736 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Sycamore Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sycamore Creek Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#503 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
25%
17%
White
51%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sycamore Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Sycamore Creek Elementary School is ranked #503 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Sycamore Creek Elementary School?
736 students attend Sycamore Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Sycamore Creek Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sycamore Creek Elementary School?
Sycamore Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sycamore Creek Elementary School offer ?
Sycamore Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sycamore Creek Elementary School part of?
Sycamore Creek Elementary School is part of Pickerington Local School District.
In what neighborhood is Sycamore Creek Elementary School located?
Sycamore Creek Elementary School is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Pickerington, OH. There are 6 other public schools located in South Columbus.
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