Skycrest Elementary: Top K-5 School in Citrus Heights (2026 List)

About Skycrest Elementary

Skycrest Elementary School is situated at 5641 Mariposa Avenue. It serves 540 students in grades K–5. The student–teacher ratio is 23:1. Math proficiency is 37% and reading proficiency is 37%. The gender mix is 50% female and 50% male.The campus has a caring environment that focuses on the child's overall growth. The safety of each student, both physically and emotionally, is the staff's top priority. During school hours, the grounds are well-monitored. Students use indoor spaces for a variety of activities. The way of teaching balances core subjects with learning how to get along with others. To make sure that kids of different ages can play in the right places, playgrounds are divided by grade level. Teachers use interactive boards to make math and reading lessons more fun every day. The gates to the campus stay locked during class to keep students safe. Prices for homes in the area range from $425,000 to $630,000. Parents appreciate the regular updates about school events and the way everyone works together to help students succeed. People in the community often talk about how much the teachers care. The teachers want their school to be one of the best elementary schools in California.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 37%

Reading 37%

State average proficiency is 37% in Math and 37% in Reading.

18

Full-time Teachers

23 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

8

Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)

409

Total Students

$58409

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 44.99%

Asian 3.91%

Hispanic 39.85%

Black 4.89%

Two+ Races 5.13%

Native Am. 0.49%

White

44.99%

Asian

3.91%

Hispanic

39.85%

Black

4.89%

Two+ Races

5.13%

Native Am.

0.49%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 409

43.28%

177 Female

56.72%

232 Male

Student Population

409 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

3718 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Skycrest Elementary Contact Information

Address

5641 Mariposa Ave., Citrus Heights, CA, 95610

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Phone

(916) 867-2098

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Website

http://www.sanjuan.edu/skycrest

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:55 AM – 3:20 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:40 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

After the district's new strategic plan was approved, Skycrest Elementary put the health of its students first. The goal of the plan is to make it easier for all students to do well in school. Not too long ago, the school held "Coffee with the Principal" to talk about how to bring new ways of teaching and learning to the school in the 21st century. Families are also keeping an eye on the State Seal of Civic Engagement applications, which are still open until March 13, 2026.

FAQ

Q1. Is there a "quiet zone" at Skycrest Elementary School during recess?

Ans. Students who like to read or draw in a quiet indoor setting can use the library.

Q2. What kinds of healthy snacks does Skycrest Elementary School suggest?

Ans. To help students stay healthy, the school encourages them to eat fresh fruits and vegetables during morning breaks.

Q3. What does Skycrest Elementary School do to help students who are learning English as a second language?

Ans. Dedicated teachers help students become fluent in their core subjects every day.

Q4. Are there any service projects at Skycrest Elementary School that students run?

Ans. To learn how important it is to be a good citizen, students take part in community cleanup days and food drives every year.

Q5. What can parents do to keep up with their child's grades at Skycrest Elementary School?

Ans.Families can use the digital gradebook portal to see real-time information about their child's homework, test scores, and attendance.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2

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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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