Serving 1,238 students in grades 7-8, Sycamore Junior High 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 6% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,238 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sycamore Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sycamore Junior High School's student population of 1,238 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,238 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Sycamore Junior High 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 Junior High School is 0.14, 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
#9299 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sycamore Junior High School's ranking?
Sycamore Junior High School is ranked #9299 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sycamore Junior High School often compared to?
Sycamore Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ball Junior High School, Orangeview Junior High School, South Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sycamore Junior High School?
1,238 students attend Sycamore Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Sycamore Junior High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sycamore Junior High School?
Sycamore Junior High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sycamore Junior High School offer ?
Sycamore Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Sycamore Junior High School part of?
Sycamore Junior High School is part of Anaheim Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Sycamore Junior High School located?
Sycamore Junior High School is located in the Northeast Anaheim neighborhood of Anaheim, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Northeast Anaheim.
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