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Sugar Hill Elementary

Elementary School · Moreno Valley Unified

24455 Old Country Rd., Moreno Valley, CA 92557

Enrollment

651

Student-Teacher

25:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,269 of 9,539

In Moreno Valley

#21 of 47

public schools

In district

#19 of 38

Moreno Valley Unified

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Sugar Hill Elementary

5.6/10

Elementary School in Moreno Valley · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Midland Elementary

3.5/10

0.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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6.5/10

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About Sugar Hill Elementary

Sugar Hill Elementary is a public elementary school in Moreno Valley, CA, part of Moreno Valley Unified. Sugar Hill Elementary serves approximately 651 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25:1 student-teacher ratio. Sugar Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,269 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Sugar Hill Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Sugar Hill Elementary runs 25:1 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.

42% of students at Sugar Hill 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-16 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+5.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio25:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,501
Chronic Absenteeism41.6%

Sugar Hill Elementary — Students at Sugar Hill Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

82.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 32.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 39.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
54%
ELA
53%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
45%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
24%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
24%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
25.1%
ELA
37.2%
2024
Math
29.5%
ELA
36.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.9/10.

How Sugar Hill Elementary Compares

See how Sugar Hill Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
34th percentile in CA
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
25:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

24455 Old Country Rd., Moreno Valley, CA 92557

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sugar Hill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Butterfield Language Academy (rated 8.1/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Ridge Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hidden Springs Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Moreno Valley, see our Moreno Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Midland Elementary Moreno Valley 0.8 mi 3.5
North Ridge Elementary Moreno Valley 1.1 mi 6.5
SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY SCHOOL Moreno Valley 1.2 mi
Canyon Springs High Moreno Valley 1.3 mi 7.3
Vista Heights Middle Moreno Valley 1.3 mi 6.3
Honey Hollow Elementary Moreno Valley 1.5 mi 4.6
Cloverdale Elementary Moreno Valley 1.8 mi 4.5
VALLEY ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moreno Valley 2.0 mi
Valley Adventist Christian Moreno Valley 2.0 mi
Palm Middle Moreno Valley 1.8 mi 6.2
Hidden Springs Elementary Moreno Valley 2.0 mi 6.2
Sunnymead Middle Moreno Valley 2.3 mi 4.7
Sunnymead Elementary Moreno Valley 2.5 mi 5.4
March Mountain High Moreno Valley 2.7 mi 6.6
March Valley Moreno Valley 2.7 mi 5.9
Sunnymeadows Elementary Moreno Valley 2.6 mi 5.6
Bear Valley Elementary Moreno Valley 2.7 mi 5.9
Box Springs Elementary Moreno Valley 2.6 mi 4.7
Creekside Elementary Moreno Valley 3.0 mi 4.8
Butterfield Language Academy Moreno Valley 2.9 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92557 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,464

Median Home Value

$471,700

Median Rent

$2,081/mo

Population

55,749

College Educated

18.9%

Homeownership

65.8%

Avg Commute

33.4 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Median Age

33.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sugar Hill Elementary

What grades does Sugar Hill Elementary serve?

Sugar Hill Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Sugar Hill Elementary?

Sugar Hill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 651 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sugar Hill Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sugar Hill Elementary is 25:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sugar Hill Elementary rank in CA?

Sugar Hill Elementary ranks #6,269 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Sugar Hill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sugar Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Sugar Hill Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sugar Hill Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Sugar Hill Elementary a charter school?

No, Sugar Hill Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sugar Hill Elementary a Title I school?

No, Sugar Hill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sugar Hill Elementary?

82.8% of students at Sugar Hill 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
18 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
651
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
82.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Riverside County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.6%

District

Moreno Valley Unified
District Enrollment
31,344
Schools in District
39
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,501
District Rank
#19 of 38

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