The PTA at Sycamore Ridge Elementary School is focused on creating a strong sense of community among students and their families.
Serving 385 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 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- 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
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Sycamore Ridge's student population of 385 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sycamore Ridge ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sycamore Ridge is 0.69, 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
#1047 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
40%
12%
Hispanic
11%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
36%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sycamore Ridge's ranking?
Sycamore Ridge is ranked #1047 out of 9,602 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?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sycamore Ridge?
385 students attend Sycamore Ridge.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Sycamore Ridge students are Asian, 36% of students are White, 11% 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 19:1, 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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