Below Average
#8209 of 9,539 schools in CA
Sierra Elementary
Elementary School · Lancaster Elementary
747 West Avenue J-12, Lancaster, CA 93534
Enrollment
711
Student-Teacher
28.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
711
Student-Teacher
28.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,209 of 9,539
In Lancaster
#21 of 47
public schools
In district
#9 of 22
Lancaster Elementary
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Sierra Elementary
Elementary School in Lancaster · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sierra Elementary
Sierra Elementary is a public elementary school in Lancaster, CA, part of Lancaster Elementary. Sierra Elementary serves approximately 711 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 28.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sierra Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,209 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sierra Elementary show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Sierra Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Sierra Elementary runs 28.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
56% of students at Sierra Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Sierra Elementary — Students at Sierra Elementary score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.
How Sierra Elementary Compares
See how Sierra Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
747 West Avenue J-12, Lancaster, CA 93534
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sierra Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lancaster Alternative and Virtual Academies (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GRACE LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ANTELOPE VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RISE Lancaster | 0.6 mi | — |
| The Leadership Academy Lancaster | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Empower Generations Lancaster | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Sunnydale Elementary Lancaster | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Lancaster Alternative and Virtual Academies Lancaster | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Life Source International Charter Lancaster | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Journey Int'l Cultural STEAM Academy Lancaster | 0.8 mi | — |
| Grace Lutheran Elementary Lancaster | 1.0 mi | — |
| GRACE LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| LANCASTER-MONTESSORI PRE SCHOOL INC. Lancaster | 1.0 mi | — |
| Seton, Inc. Lancaster | 1.2 mi | — |
| Joshua Elementary Lancaster | 1.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Assurance Learning Academy Lancaster | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Desert Sands Charter Lancaster | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| League of Angels Learning Center Lancaster | 1.4 mi | — |
| Mission Academy Lancaster | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Antelope Valley Adventist School Lancaster | 1.4 mi | — |
| ANTELOPE VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| ANTELOPE VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| iLEAD Lancaster Charter Lancaster | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93534 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,891
Median Home Value
$339,900
Median Rent
$1,513/mo
Population
42,290
College Educated
17.5%
Homeownership
36.5%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
19.6%
Median Age
34.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sierra Elementary
What grades does Sierra Elementary serve?
Sierra Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sierra Elementary?
Sierra Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 711 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sierra Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sierra Elementary is 28.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sierra Elementary rank in CA?
Sierra Elementary ranks #8,209 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sierra Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sierra Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sierra Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sierra Elementary has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sierra Elementary a charter school?
No, Sierra Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sierra Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sierra Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sierra Elementary?
83.8% of students at Sierra Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 711
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.0%
- Phone
- (661) 942-9536
Resources & Links
District
Lancaster Elementary- District Enrollment
- 13,832
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,710
- District Rank
- #9 of 22
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