Below Average
#1579 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Sycamore School
Elementary School
3504 LAS FLORES CANYON RD, Malibu, CA 90265
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,579 of 1,787
In Malibu
#2 of 2
public schools
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Sycamore School
Elementary School in Malibu · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sycamore School
Sycamore School is a private elementary school in Malibu, CA. Sycamore School serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sycamore School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,579 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 35 students, Sycamore School 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.
At 6.5:1 students to teachers, Sycamore School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sycamore School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Sycamore School compares to the 4 public schools in Malibu, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Malibu
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sycamore School (this school) | 4.9 |
| Webster Elementary | 8.4 |
| Malibu Elementary | 6.4 |
| Malibu High | 8.4 |
| Malibu Middle | 6.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3504 LAS FLORES CANYON RD, Malibu, CA 90265
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sycamore School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Marquez Charter (rated 8.5/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Pacific Palisades), which scores notably higher. Another option is Webster Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chaparral Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Calabasas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Malibu, see our Malibu schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Topanga Elementary Charter Topanga | 3.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Webster Elementary Malibu | 3.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Our Lady of Malibu Malibu | 3.5 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF MALIBU SCHOOL Malibu | 3.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Manzanita School and Institute Topanga | 4.6 mi | — |
| MANZANITA SCHOOL AND INSTITUTE Topanga | 4.6 mi | 7.5 |
| WESTSIDE WALDORF SCHOOL Pacific Palisades | 4.9 mi | 7.4 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pacific Palisades | 4.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Viewpoint School Calabasas | 6.2 mi | — |
| VIEWPOINT SCHOOL Calabasas | 6.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Marquez Charter Pacific Palisades | 5.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Le Lycee Francais de Los Angeles-Pac Pali Pacific Palisades | 5.4 mi | — |
| Calabasas High Calabasas | 6.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Bay Laurel Elementary Calabasas | 6.6 mi | 5.5 |
| ST MATTHEW'S PARISH SCHOOL Pacific Palisades | 5.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Chaparral Elementary Calabasas | 6.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Alice C. Stelle Middle Calabasas | 6.8 mi | 5.7 |
| MONTESSORI OF CALABASAS Calabasas | 7.0 mi | — |
| Louisville High School Woodland Hills | 7.3 mi | — |
| LOUISVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Woodland Hills | 7.3 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90265 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$191,080
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
15,914
College Educated
71.4%
Homeownership
78.5%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
50.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sycamore School
What grades does Sycamore School serve?
Sycamore School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sycamore School?
Sycamore School has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sycamore School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sycamore School is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sycamore School rank in CA?
Sycamore School ranks #1,579 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Sycamore School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sycamore School 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.
Is Sycamore School a private school?
Yes, Sycamore School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Sycamore School a religious school?
No, Sycamore School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 35
- Gender Split
- 71% M / 29% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 456-1980
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