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#9 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 1% in state

Sycamore Elementary School

Elementary School · Collierville

1155 Sycamore RD, Collierville, TN 38017

Enrollment

599

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

9.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#9 of 1,786

In Collierville

#1 of 10

public schools

In district

#1 of 10

Collierville

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Sycamore Elementary School

9.5/10

Elementary School in Collierville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.8/10

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7.6/10

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About Sycamore Elementary School

Sycamore Elementary School is a public elementary school in Collierville, TN, part of Collierville. Sycamore Elementary School serves approximately 599 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Sycamore Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #9 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Sycamore Elementary School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.2
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change+0.65 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency70% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63.7% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+30.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22.9 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+10.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,787
Chronic Absenteeism7.3%

Sycamore Elementary School — Students at Sycamore Elementary School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.2% (multi-year average, 2014-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 54.7% (multi-year average, 2014-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 21 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2014
Math
74%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
55%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
55%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
72.2%
ELA
68.7%
2025
Math
70%
ELA
63.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.

How Sycamore Elementary School Compares

See how Sycamore Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.5/10
100th percentile in TN
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1155 Sycamore RD, Collierville, TN 38017

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sycamore Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Schilling Farms Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Collierville Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 3.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Crosswind Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 4.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Collierville, see our Collierville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Collierville High School Collierville 0.5 mi 7.8
Collierville Middle School Collierville 1.7 mi 7.6
Schilling Farms Elementary School Collierville 1.9 mi 9.4
MID-SOUTH GIFTED ACADEMY Collierville 2.0 mi 7.0
Collierville Virtual Academy Collierville 2.4 mi 6.1
Collierville Elementary School Collierville 3.1 mi 9.3
CENTRAL LEARNING CENTER Collierville 3.5 mi
West Collierville Middle School Collierville 4.0 mi 8.6
Bailey Station Elementary School Collierville 3.8 mi 9.0
Tara Oaks Elementary School Collierville 4.3 mi 8.7
Crosswind Elementary School Collierville 4.6 mi 9.3
CENTER HILL HIGH SCHOOL Olive Branch 4.4 mi 6.0
CENTER HILL MIDDLE Olive Branch 4.6 mi 4.5
OVERPARK ELEMENTARY Olive Branch 4.7 mi 5.5
GERMANTOWN BAPTIST CHURCH LEARNING CENTER Germantown 5.2 mi 4.8
Forest Hill Elementary School Germantown 5.3 mi 9.1
Germantown Online Academy of Learning Germantown 5.3 mi 5.8
Houston High School Germantown 6.4 mi 7.7
ST GEORGE'S INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Collierville 6.7 mi 6.2
Houston Middle School Germantown 6.9 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38017 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$135,946

Median Home Value

$469,600

Median Rent

$1,489/mo

Population

56,427

College Educated

60%

Homeownership

79.8%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

2.8%

Median Age

40.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Towne Acres Elementary Johnson City, TN 9.5
College Grove Elementary College Grove, TN 9.4
Dan Mills Elementary Nashville, TN 9.6
Glendale Elementary Nashville, TN 9.4
Longview Elementary School Spring Hill, TN 9.4
Madison Creek Elementary Goodlettsville, TN 9.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sycamore Elementary School

What grades does Sycamore Elementary School serve?

Sycamore Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Sycamore Elementary School?

Sycamore Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 599 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sycamore Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sycamore Elementary School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sycamore Elementary School rank in TN?

Sycamore Elementary School ranks #9 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Sycamore Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sycamore Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sycamore Elementary School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).

Is Sycamore Elementary School a charter school?

No, Sycamore Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sycamore Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Sycamore Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
599
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.3%

District

Collierville
District Enrollment
9,367
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,787
District Rank
#1 of 10

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