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.

3033 Buckminster Dr.
Elk Grove, CA 95758-7631
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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

2017-2018
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
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* 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.

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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.