Sycamore Hills Elementary School

Sycamore Hills Elementary serves kindergarten through fifth grade.

Sycamore Hills Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5

15208 E 39th St S, Independence, MO

Sycamore Neighborhood

Independence School District

574 Students

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Ms. Amber Miller

Student Teacher Ratio
17:1

Math Proficiency
46%

Reading Proficiency
46%

Academics

B+

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

46%

Math Proficiency

46%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 17:1 Teachers 33	Full Time Teachers 33
Teachers in First or Second Year 10.5%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

449:1

Student Diversity

Male 50.7%	Female 49.3%
White 50.7%	Hispanic 28%
Black 10.8%	Two or more races 8.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander <1%	Asian or Pacific Islander <1%
Native American <1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 parent

8/5/2025

Most teachers and staff are amazing. I've loved every one of my kids' teachers. As with any institution there have been a few occurrences I've not been happy about, but the staff and educators have always been willing to listen and help.

1.0 parent

1/11/2018

They put forth no extra effort for children that have problems learning. I'm a proactive parent and I tried to solve this problem but got zero help from them. I guess it is a perfect school for a child that fits their mold. They forget to send paperwork home constantly. They are very unorganized and...

5.0 parent

7/21/2011

This school has been the better than I could have ever hoped for my children. I have one about to finish and one just starting and I am so glad I get to stick around! I have been active in the PTA which is very inclusive, wanting all parents involved! The Teachers and Principal want the best for eac...

1.0 parent

5/27/2009

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Missouri Jackson County Independence 64055 Sycamore

Sycamore Hills Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Independence, MO and is served by the Independence School District in Missouri. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 574 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 46% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 46% are proficient in reading. Sycamore Hills Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $243,045. Discover additional schools in the area, like Truman High School, Valley View High School, Center Place Restoration School, and more. Learn more about what Independence has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Sycamore Hills Elementary School.

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