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Sycamore Hills Elementary
Elementary School · Colton Joint Unified
11036 Mahogany Dr., Fontana, CA 92337
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,901 of 9,539
In Fontana
#37 of 55
public schools
In district
#17 of 27
Colton Joint Unified
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About Sycamore Hills Elementary
Sycamore Hills Elementary is a public elementary school in Fontana, CA, part of Colton Joint Unified. Sycamore Hills Elementary serves approximately 580 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sycamore Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,901 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sycamore Hills Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sycamore Hills Elementary runs 23.2:1 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.
35% of students at Sycamore Hills 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
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Sycamore Hills Elementary — Students at Sycamore Hills Elementary score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.2%
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: 5.0/10.
How Sycamore Hills Elementary Compares
See how Sycamore Hills 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
11036 Mahogany Dr., Fontana, CA 92337
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sycamore Hills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crestmore Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Bloomington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Walter Zimmerman Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Bloomington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mary B. Lewis Elementary (rated 5.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Bloomington), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fontana, see our Fontana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIDDIE ACADEMY OF FONTANA Fontana | 0.4 mi | — |
| Ruth O. Harris Middle Bloomington | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Options for Youth-Acton Covina | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Bloomington High Bloomington | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Citrus High (Continuation) Fontana | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Jurupa Hills High Fontana | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Walter Zimmerman Elementary Bloomington | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Cypress Elementary Fontana | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Mary B. Lewis Elementary Bloomington | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Palmetto Elementary Fontana | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Jurupa Vista Elementary Fontana | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Harry S. Truman Middle Fontana | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Crestmore Elementary Bloomington | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Slover Mountain High (Continuation) Bloomington | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Randall Pepper Elementary Fontana | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Nueva Vista Continuation High Jurupa Valley | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Gerald A. Smith Elementary Bloomington | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Fontana High Fontana | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Sunnyslope Elementary Jurupa Valley | 2.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Dolores Huerta International Academy Fontana | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92337 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,936
Median Home Value
$519,400
Median Rent
$2,120/mo
Population
36,944
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
75.1%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
33.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sycamore Hills Elementary
What grades does Sycamore Hills Elementary serve?
Sycamore Hills Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Sycamore Hills Elementary?
Sycamore Hills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 580 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sycamore Hills Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sycamore Hills Elementary is 23.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sycamore Hills Elementary rank in CA?
Sycamore Hills Elementary ranks #6,901 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sycamore Hills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sycamore Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Hills Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sycamore Hills Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sycamore Hills Elementary a charter school?
No, Sycamore Hills Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sycamore Hills Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sycamore Hills Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sycamore Hills Elementary?
80.2% of students at Sycamore Hills 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
- 580
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.8%
- Phone
- (909) 580-5029
Resources & Links
District
Colton Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 18,912
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,938
- District Rank
- #17 of 27
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