Frederick Joyce Elementary

Frederick Joyce Elementary is a regular public school located in the North Highlands area of Sacramento County, California. The school serves kindergarten through eighth grade students and currently has an enrollment of 513 students. With a student-to-teacher ratio of 23.3:1 and 22 full-time equivalent teachers, Frederick Joyce provides an environment where learning is supported by dedicated educators.

Academically, the school's MySchoolScout rating stands at 4.1 out of 10, placing it in the 29th percentile among California schools. The academic score is 2.3/10, with proficiency rates showing that 20% of students are proficient or above in English Language Arts and Reading, while 17% are proficient or above in Math. These figures indicate areas for growth but also highlight the school's commitment to continuous improvement.

Located in a large suburban setting, Frederick Joyce Elementary benefits from being part of a community that values education and supports its young learners as they grow and develop their skills.

While current test scores at Frederick Joyce Elementary are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

The student-teacher ratio at Frederick Joyce Elementary is 23.3:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.