Below Average
#7343 of 9,539 schools in CA
Sycamore Elementary
Elementary School · Upland Unified
1075 West 13th St., Upland, CA 91786
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,343 of 9,539
In Upland
#10 of 14
public schools
In district
#10 of 14
Upland Unified
Academic performance
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Sycamore Elementary
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About Sycamore Elementary
Sycamore Elementary is a public elementary school in Upland, CA, part of Upland Unified. Sycamore Elementary serves approximately 422 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sycamore Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,343 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sycamore Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sycamore Elementary runs 23.4:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Sycamore Elementary — Students at Sycamore Elementary score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.6%
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: 3.1/10.
How Sycamore Elementary Compares
See how Sycamore 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
1075 West 13th St., Upland, CA 91786
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sycamore Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. El Camino Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Ontario), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pepper Tree Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Upland Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Upland, see our Upland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF UPLAND Upland | 0.4 mi | — |
| Baldy View Elementary Upland | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Foothill Christian Academy of Upland Upland | 0.5 mi | — |
| Carden Arbor View School Upland | 0.6 mi | — |
| Upland High Upland | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Magnolia Elementary Upland | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Cabrillo Elementary Upland | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Pepper Tree Elementary Upland | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Sierra Vista Elementary Upland | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Hillside High Upland | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| WESTERN CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Upland | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Pioneer Junior High Upland | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Citrus Elementary Upland | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Upland Junior High Upland | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Upland Elementary Upland | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Upland | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| STONE RIDGE ACADEMY Upland | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Hawthorne Elementary Ontario | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Foothill Knolls Academy of Innovation Upland | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| El Camino Elementary Ontario | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91786 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,961
Median Home Value
$607,100
Median Rent
$1,923/mo
Population
55,519
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
44.9%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
34.8
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|---|---|
| Adams Elementary Santa Ana, CA | 4.9 |
| Alice Shaw Elementary Orcutt, CA | 4.9 |
| Alturas Elementary Alturas, CA | 4.9 |
| Anatola Avenue Elementary Lake Balboa, CA | 4.9 |
| Anderson Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 4.9 |
| Andrew Jackson Elementary Santa Ana, CA | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sycamore Elementary
What grades does Sycamore Elementary serve?
Sycamore Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Sycamore Elementary?
Sycamore Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 422 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sycamore Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sycamore Elementary is 23.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sycamore Elementary rank in CA?
Sycamore Elementary ranks #7,343 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sycamore Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sycamore Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sycamore Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sycamore Elementary a charter school?
No, Sycamore Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sycamore Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sycamore Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sycamore Elementary?
74.6% of students at Sycamore 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
- 422
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.4%
- Phone
- (909) 982-0347
Resources & Links
District
Upland Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,804
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,897
- District Rank
- #10 of 14
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