Sycamore Elementary School

16701 S HOUGHTON RD

School District

Vail Unified District
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:18
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on February 15, 2020

LOVE the school and staff here!!! Wish I could take it with us on our next military move.
Submitted by parent on October 30, 2017

All three of my kids have attended Sycamore. The greatest part about the school is the time that the staff takes to develop relationships with them and get to know them on a personal level. I believe this is a foundation to great academics.
Submitted by parent on March 13, 2017

My son is thriving in kindergarten at Sycamore. He is receiving a wonderful education, and has made good friends. Mr. Graff, the principal, is wonderful. He helped us with an issue at the beginning of the year. I look forward to several years in the Sycamore community!
Submitted by parent on August 28, 2013

Sycamore is a school in a rural area that is coping with over crowding this year. There are many new teachers, some of who could use a little more experience in my opinion. I am never worried about the safety of my child and am thankful for the on-site preschool and after care program which I need as a family with 2 full time working parents. I like the schools stance on healthy eating and no sugar allowed (even at birthdays), but wish some of the school lunch options were healthier. The school is very aggressive about education and my daughter is often doing work at a much higher level than other kids we know that are the same age/grade at other local schools and out of state. The parent involvement is immense by some but lacking as a whole. Overall, my daughter has made good friends and has a close relationship with her teacher and other staff- all while getting a very good education.
Submitted by parent on August 24, 2013

My daughter has been attending Sycamore since Preschool. We couldn't be happier. The Principal Mr Graff is very supportive of the teachers, staff and students. The teachers strive to make sure each student is learning at his/her potential. Corona has a small town feel and Sycamore feels very much like a family. The school consistently gets an A rating from the school and has very high standards for its curriculum.
Submitted by parent on August 01, 2013

My kiddos go to Syacamore Ele. When we came back from overseas..I did a lot of research. I found this school. I told my realtor that this is the school that I wanted my kids to attend! We have been here for two years and it is OUTSTANDING!!!
Submitted by parent on October 22, 2012

I would not suggest to parents with children whose child can read and do math above grade level to enroll their child here. It's a one size fits all education at least as far as I've seen in grades K-2. It's a shame they don't understand want differential education is all about. My child could add in Kindergarten and they have him connecting the dots still in first grade. What a waste of a good mind. The sad thing is when we tried to bring it to the teachers attention she was extremely rude and insulting. She spoke to us as if we were inferior to her intellect. Shame on the district for letting Sycamore Elementary and some of their teachers believe their above doing what s in the best interest of the student!
Submitted by parent on February 03, 2012

I couldn't be more pleased with this school. One of the best schools in the state!
Submitted by parent on May 20, 2011

Awesome! My kids go here and it has been very good for them. They're teachers are very good at making sure each childs individual needs are taken care of.
Submitted by parent on May 08, 2010

Sycamore is our 4th school and by far the best. I have 3 kids that go there now and 1 going soon. We will never leave Sycamore!!! The staff is excellent, very communitive. I fell like I have a huge family in Sycamore. Very community oriented, and great for my kids!! Mr. Graff is the best principal, very caring and makes an effort to know the kids by name. I love that they teach the kids more than reading, writing and arthmatic, but also responsibilty, caring and how to work!! The partents are givien oppertunities to get involved,and the PTA is going strong here!!!
Submitted by parent on April 27, 2010

I love how Sycamore seems to bring together our families & commuity. The staff is remarkable & our children are excelling!
Submitted by parent on April 26, 2010

It is an A+ school, excelling school. Very family and community oriented.
Submitted by teacher on April 26, 2010

Parents, staff, and community come together for the children. It feels like family!
Submitted by parent on April 19, 2010

Sycamore has earned an A+ Award for excellence. The school provides many opportunities for gifted students and support through mentors for children to help them by example. All three of my children have benefited from these programs.
Submitted by parent on March 19, 2010

Sycamore is by far one of the best schools, my children and I have had the privelage of being involved in. Mr. Graff is an excellent prinicipal and really cares about his students and staff. I have been completely impressed with all aspects of this school. I would totally recommend this school to anyone looking to relocate in this area!
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