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Sierra Oaks K-8

171 Mills Rd., Sacramento, CA, 95864

About Sierra Oaks K-8

Sierra Oaks K–8 is a public K–8 school in Sacramento, California. It is part of the San Juan Unified School District and serves students in kindergarten through eighth grade. The school has about 600 to 630 students, and the student-teacher ratio is about 24:1, which is normal for the district. Sierra Oaks K–8 has an academic program based on standards that focuses on core subjects like English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies. It also has enrichment activities and student support services to help students succeed. There are a lot of different kinds of students at the school. About 55–60% of them are minorities, including Hispanic, Asian, Black, White, and multiracial students. This variety makes the school a welcoming and multicultural place to be. About 29% of students are good at math, and 47% are good at reading and writing in English.This means that there are strengths in both areas and room for improvement in both areas. Funding per student is in line with the average for districts and the state of California. Sierra Oaks K-8 is in a well-established neighborhood in Sacramento, which is good for the school because it means the community is stable. Overall, the school shows steady academic progress and involvement in the community, and there is still room for improvement in all grade levels.

Sierra Oaks K-8 Contact Information

Address

171 Mills Rd., Sacramento, CA, 95864

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Phone

(916) 575-2390

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 29%
Reading 47%
State average proficiency is 29% in Math and 47% in Reading.
26
Full-time Teachers
23 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
619
Total Students
$109701
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 3284 IN STEM IN STATE

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More likely to pursue STEM Careers
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Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
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  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

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.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:15 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.

Student Demographics

White 41.36%
Asian 13.09%
Hispanic 24.56%
Black 9.69%
Two+ Races 10.5%
Native Am. 0%
White
41.36%
Asian
13.09%
Hispanic
24.56%
Black
9.69%
Two+ Races
10.5%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 619
47.5%
294 Female
52.34%
324 Male

Student Population

619 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

1547 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Recently, Sierra Oaks K-8 students were honored for their creativity by taking part in a district-wide winter art show that showed off their skills and got the community involved.

FAQ

Q1. Are there clubs or activities outside of school at Sierra Oaks K-8?

Ans. Depending on the grade level, the school usually offers a variety of extracurricular activities, such as academic clubs, arts activities, and programs for student leaders.

Q2. What does Sierra Oaks K-8 do to help students who need extra help with learning?

Ans. Sierra Oaks K-8 follows state and district rules to provide special education services and individualized support plans that meet the needs of all students.

Q3. Are technology tools used in the classroom?

Ans. Yes, technology is often used in the classroom to help students learn, do research, and become more digitally literate at all grade levels.

Q4. How does the school keep students safe and watch over them?

The school follows the safety rules set by the district, which include having supervised areas on campus, plans for emergencies, and training for staff.

Q5. Is there a parent-teacher group at Sierra Oaks K-8?

Answer. Parent groups or school committees that support events, communication, and school improvement efforts usually encourage families to get involved.

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

Horn Book Selections

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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

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

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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

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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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