Serving 235 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sycamore 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 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sycamore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Sycamore Elementary School's student population of 235 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
235 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1926
School Calendar
School Motto
Home to the Spanish Dual Immersion Program
School Rankings
Sycamore Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sycamore Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#3642 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
41%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
40%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Redding Elementary School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sycamore Elementary School's ranking?
Sycamore Elementary School is ranked #3642 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sycamore Elementary School?
235 students attend Sycamore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Sycamore Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sycamore Elementary School?
Sycamore Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sycamore Elementary School offer ?
Sycamore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sycamore Elementary School part of?
Sycamore Elementary School is part of Redding Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Sycamore Elementary School located?
Sycamore Elementary School is located in the Westwood neighborhood of Redding, CA.
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