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Sycamore Creek Community Charter

Elementary School · Sycamore Creek Community Charter District

17131 Emerald Ln., Huntington Beach, CA 92647

Charter

Enrollment

162

Student-Teacher

27:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#3,843 of 9,539

In Huntington Beach

#26 of 32

public schools

Academic growth

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Sycamore Creek Community Charter

6.8/10

Elementary School in Huntington Beach · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.0/10

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About Sycamore Creek Community Charter

Sycamore Creek Community Charter is a public elementary school in Huntington Beach, CA, part of Sycamore Creek Community Charter District. Sycamore Creek Community Charter serves approximately 162 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 27:1 student-teacher ratio. Sycamore Creek Community Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,843 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Sycamore Creek Community Charter show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts above CA schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 162 students, Sycamore Creek Community Charter is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Sycamore Creek Community Charter runs 27:1 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.

Sycamore Creek Community Charter is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress10.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data2
Annual Change+3.04 pts/yr
Data Period2022–2024
TrendImproving
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-21.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-26.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment2.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio27:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,854
Chronic Absenteeism21%

Sycamore Creek Community Charter — Students at Sycamore Creek Community Charter score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 23.3% (multi-year average, 2022-2024)
School
State
37.3% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 32.9% (multi-year average, 2022-2024)
School
State
45.6% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 14 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2022
Math
22.9%
ELA
22.9%
2024
Math
23.4%
ELA
34.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.

How Sycamore Creek Community Charter Compares

See how Sycamore Creek Community Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
60th percentile in CA
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
10.0/10
Excellent
Environment
2.1/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
27:1 student-teacher ratio
6 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.0%

Location

17131 Emerald Ln., Huntington Beach, CA 92647

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sycamore Creek Community Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Courreges (Roch) Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Fountain Valley), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Fountain Valley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Star View Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Westminster), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Huntington Beach, see our Huntington Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Oak View Elementary Huntington Beach 0.1 mi 5.0
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Huntington Beach 0.2 mi 6.8
Coast High Huntington Beach 0.3 mi 6.9
Ocean View High Huntington Beach 0.3 mi 7.3
Lake View Elementary Huntington Beach 0.8 mi 6.8
Westmont Elementary Westminster 0.9 mi 5.1
Golden View Elementary Huntington Beach 0.9 mi 4.2
Mesa View Middle Huntington Beach 1.0 mi 8.6
Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary Fountain Valley 1.2 mi 7.9
Fulton (Harry C.) Middle Fountain Valley 1.2 mi 7.8
Prinberk High School Huntington Beach 1.5 mi
Fusion Academy Huntington Beach Huntington Beach 1.5 mi
FUSION ACADEMY-HUNTINGTON BEACH Huntington Beach 1.5 mi 6.7
FUSION ACADEMY - HUNTINGTON BEACH Huntington Beach 1.5 mi
College View Elementary Huntington Beach 1.4 mi 7.3
Hope View Elementary Huntington Beach 1.4 mi 6.1
Spring View Middle Huntington Beach 1.4 mi 7.2
Star View Elementary Westminster 1.7 mi 7.9
Courreges (Roch) Elementary Fountain Valley 1.6 mi 8.1
OC MONTESSORI ACADEMY Westminster 1.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92647 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,877

Median Home Value

$963,900

Median Rent

$2,400/mo

Population

58,794

College Educated

38.5%

Homeownership

43.6%

Avg Commute

28.3 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

37.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sycamore Creek Community Charter

What grades does Sycamore Creek Community Charter serve?

Sycamore Creek Community Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Sycamore Creek Community Charter?

Sycamore Creek Community Charter has an enrollment of approximately 162 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sycamore Creek Community Charter?

The student-teacher ratio at Sycamore Creek Community Charter is 27:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sycamore Creek Community Charter rank in CA?

Sycamore Creek Community Charter ranks #3,843 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Sycamore Creek Community Charter's MySchoolScout rating?

Sycamore Creek Community Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Sycamore Creek Community Charter?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sycamore Creek Community Charter has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).

Is Sycamore Creek Community Charter a charter school?

Yes, Sycamore Creek Community Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Sycamore Creek Community Charter a Title I school?

No, Sycamore Creek Community Charter is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sycamore Creek Community Charter?

30.9% of students at Sycamore Creek Community Charter 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
79 Very Walkable
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
86 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
162
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Orange County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.0%

District

Sycamore Creek Community Charter District
District Enrollment
162
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,854
District Rank
#1 of 1

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