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Sycamore Community School
Elementary School
1229 4Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Enrollment
116
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
116
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
How this school compares
Academic performance
8.3 / 10
Very strong
About Sycamore Community School
Sycamore Community School is an private elementary school in Santa Monica, CA 90401. The school serves approximately 116 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 10.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $106,704, where 76% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 116 students, Sycamore Community School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
As a private school, Sycamore Community School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Sycamore Community School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Monica, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sycamore Community School (this school) | — |
| Roosevelt Elementary | 7.3 |
| Lincoln Middle | 9.0 |
| Canyon Charter Elementary | 6.3 |
| Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) | 7.9 |
| McKinley Elementary | 8.0 |
| Will Rogers Elementary | 5.2 |
| Franklin Elementary | 7.7 |
| John Adams Middle | 8.1 |
| Edison Elementary | 9.3 |
| Grant Elementary | 8.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 116 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Address
- 1229 4Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
- Phone
- (310) 421-8025
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
1229 4Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sycamore Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away). Another option is CARLTHORP SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away). Additionally, ST MONICA CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away). For more schools in Santa Monica, see our Santa Monica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DRAGON ROCC ACADEMY Santa Monica | 0.3 mi | — |
| ST MONICA CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Santa Monica | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| ST MONICA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Santa Monica | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Santa Monica | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| PS1 PLURALISTIC SCHOOL Santa Monica | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| PS1 Pluralistic School Santa Monica | 0.7 mi | — |
| Lincoln Middle Santa Monica | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Santa Monica High Santa Monica | 0.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Westside Waldorf School Santa Monica | 0.9 mi | — |
| WALDORF EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Santa Monica | 0.9 mi | — |
| PACIFICA CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Santa Monica | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Carlthorp Santa Monica | 1.0 mi | — |
| CARLTHORP SCHOOL Santa Monica | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Lighthouse Church School Santa Monica | 1.2 mi | — |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH SCHOOL Santa Monica | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Canyon Charter Elementary Santa Monica | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) Santa Monica | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| SmartStart Developmental Learning Center Santa Monica | 1.3 mi | — |
| SmartStart Academy Santa Monica | 1.3 mi | — |
| St. Anne Elementary Santa Monica | 1.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,704
Median Home Value
$1,129,700
Median Rent
$2,549/mo
Population
7,925
College Educated
75.5%
Homeownership
4.8%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
19.2%
Median Age
36.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Sycamore Community School has a median household income of $106,704. It is a well-educated community where 76% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,129,700, with a median rent of $2,549/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.2%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sycamore Community School
What grades does Sycamore Community School serve?
Sycamore Community School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Sycamore Community School?
Sycamore Community School has an enrollment of approximately 116 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sycamore Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sycamore Community School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Sycamore Community School a private school?
Yes, Sycamore Community School is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (5,630/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Santa Monica). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 116
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles
- Phone
- (310) 421-8025
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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