JOSEPH SIMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Joseph Sims Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Elk Grove Unified school district, located in Elk Grove, CA with about 774 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 32 teachers, Joseph Sims Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Joseph Sims Elementary is a well-regarded public school located in the suburban community of Elk Grove, California, serving students in grades K–6. As part of the Elk Grove Unified School District, the school is known for fostering a supportive and structured learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and character development. It is widely recognized for its strong community involvement and high levels of parent participation, which help create a collaborative atmosphere for students, staff, and families alike.
The school is dedicated to providing a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for success in middle school and beyond. In addition to core academic subjects, Joseph Sims Elementary places a significant focus on social-emotional learning and extracurricular enrichment. With a commitment to maintaining high standards and a focus on inclusivity, the school strives to ensure that every student has the tools and resources necessary to meet their individual educational goals within a safe and nurturing campus culture.
For more information, contact Joseph Sims Elementary at (916) 683-7445 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Elk Grove, CA 95758-7631
(916) 683-7445
JOSEPH SIMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Elk Grove, CA with about 774 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Elk Grove Unified
- Total Students:
- 774
- Teachers:
- 32.6
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 774 students
- Asian
- 29.6%
- White
- 24.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 19.0%
- Two or more races
- 14.2%
- Black or African American
- 11.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 1.0%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.8%
- Female
- 48.7%
- Male
- 51.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.