Serving 768 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sycamore Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 768 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sycamore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Sycamore Elementary School's student population of 768 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
768 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sycamore Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sycamore Elementary School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#648 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
43%
19%
Black
18%
36%
White
26%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sycamore Elementary School's ranking?
Sycamore Elementary School is ranked #648 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Sycamore Elementary School often compared to?
Sycamore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sugar Hill Elementary School, White Oak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Sycamore Elementary School?
768 students attend Sycamore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Sycamore Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sycamore Elementary School?
Sycamore Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sycamore Elementary School offer ?
Sycamore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sycamore Elementary School part of?
Sycamore Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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