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#7231 of 9,539 schools in CA
Sinclear Elementary
Elementary School · Ceres Unified
PO Box 307, Ceres, CA 95307
Enrollment
599
Student-Teacher
24:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
599
Student-Teacher
24:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,231 of 9,539
In Ceres
#14 of 23
public schools
In district
#13 of 23
Ceres Unified
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Sinclear Elementary
Elementary School in Ceres · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sinclear Elementary
Sinclear Elementary is a public elementary school in Ceres, CA, part of Ceres Unified. Sinclear Elementary serves approximately 599 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24:1 student-teacher ratio. Sinclear Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,231 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sinclear Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sinclear Elementary runs 24:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Sinclear Elementary — Students at Sinclear Elementary score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.1/10.
How Sinclear Elementary Compares
See how Sinclear Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 307, Ceres, CA 95307
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sinclear Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Patricia Kay Beaver Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Shackelford Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Modesto), which scores notably higher. Additionally, M. Robert Adkison Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ceres, see our Ceres schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Blaker-Kinser Junior High Ceres | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Central Valley High Ceres | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Ceres High Ceres | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Don Pedro Elementary Ceres | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Caswell Elementary Ceres | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Walter White Elementary Ceres | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Ceres Special Education Ceres | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Joel J. Hidahl Elementary Ceres | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Patricia Kay Beaver Elementary Ceres | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| M. Robert Adkison Elementary Ceres | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Aspire Summit Charter Academy Oakland | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Stanislaus County Special Education Modesto | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Argus High (Continuation) Ceres | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Endeavor Alternative Ceres | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Shackelford Elementary Modesto | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Tuolumne Elementary Modesto | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Carroll Fowler Elementary Ceres | 1.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Evelyn Hanshaw Middle Modesto | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Bret Harte Elementary Modesto | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Mae Hensley Junior High Ceres | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95307 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,101
Median Home Value
$402,300
Median Rent
$1,455/mo
Population
46,209
College Educated
12.7%
Homeownership
65.1%
Avg Commute
34.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
32.8
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| Agua Caliente Elementary Cathedral City, CA | 5.0 |
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| Baldwin Lane Elementary Big Bear Lake, CA | 5.0 |
| Barry Elementary Yuba City, CA | 5.0 |
| Boronda Meadows Salinas, CA | 5.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sinclear Elementary
What grades does Sinclear Elementary serve?
Sinclear Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Sinclear Elementary?
Sinclear Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 599 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sinclear Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sinclear Elementary is 24:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sinclear Elementary rank in CA?
Sinclear Elementary ranks #7,231 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sinclear Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sinclear Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Sinclear Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sinclear Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sinclear Elementary a charter school?
No, Sinclear Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sinclear Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sinclear Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sinclear Elementary?
74.5% of students at Sinclear 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 599
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Stanislaus County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.5%
- Phone
- (209) 556-1680
Resources & Links
District
Ceres Unified- District Enrollment
- 13,868
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,065
- District Rank
- #13 of 23
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