Serving 652 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Sycamore Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sycamore Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sycamore Creek Elementary School's student population of 652 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
652 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sycamore Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sycamore Creek Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#503 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
29%
17%
White
47%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sycamore Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Sycamore Creek Elementary School is ranked #503 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Sycamore Creek Elementary School?
652 students attend Sycamore Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Sycamore Creek Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sycamore Creek Elementary School?
Sycamore Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sycamore Creek Elementary School offer ?
Sycamore Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sycamore Creek Elementary School part of?
Sycamore Creek Elementary School is part of Pickerington Local School District.
In what neighborhood is Sycamore Creek Elementary School located?
Sycamore Creek Elementary School is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Pickerington, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in South Columbus.
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