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Sulphur Springs Union

Near Average2024–25 data9 schools · avg 45.1/100

Sulphur Springs Union has 9 ranked schools across elementary levels with an average Scope Score of 45.1/100 — 1.3 points near the California state average of 43.8. The highest-scoring school is Golden Oak Community at 58/100, where 30.5% of students exceed the state standard. The district spends $12,331 per student (below the state average of $14,815). Chronic absenteeism averages 13.3%, below the state average. Data source: CDE CAASPP 2025 and NCES fiscal data, analyzed by SchoolScope.

Avg Scope Score
45.1
State avg: 43.8
SchoolScope composite
Score Range
22.2
35.9 – 58.2
Avg Exceeded %
22.3%
State avg: 21.6%
Chronic Absenteeism
13.3%
State avg: 18.1%
Schools Ranked
9
With Scope Scores

District Analysis

Growth story: District-wide elementary growth averages -6.5pp (state avg: -3.0pp), a negative trend that warrants attention.

Consistency: Score range of 22.2 points — showing notable variation between schools.

Absenteeism: District chronic absenteeism averages 13.3%, 4.9pp above the state average of 18.1%.

Suspensions: District suspension rate averages 1.9%, near the state average of 1.7%.

Top school: Golden Oak Community leads the district at 58 with 30.5% exceeding standard.

How we score · Scope Score methodology

School archetypes in Sulphur Springs Union

1 Strong All-Around1 Culture First1 On the Rise6 Building Momentum

Hidden gems: 1 school in Sulphur Springs Union is classified as On the Rise — showing positive growth trajectories that raw proficiency scores alone don't capture. These are schools where students leave with more than they arrived with.

Archetypes are data-driven labels based on Scope Score dimensions. Learn more

Student demographics

Hispanic
59.8%
White
18.6%
Asian
3.7%
Black
5.6%
Other
12.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
54%
Economic need indicator · district avg

District averages · California Department of Education enrollment data

District Funding

Sulphur Springs Union spends $12,331 per student in current expenditures — $2,484 below the state average of $14,815.

Per-Pupil Spending
$12,331
State avg: $14,815
District Enrollment
5,069
Students for funding calc
2016–2020 Trend
↑ 17.8%
$10,471 → $12,331
Spending Efficiency
3.66
Scope Score per $1K spent
Spending Breakdown
Instruction 68%Support 32%
NCES F-33 Finance · District-level data — not school-specific

Data source: NCES Common Core of Data, Fiscal Survey (F-33) · 2019–2020

Teacher compensation

Salary Range
$53,664–$109,942
District schedule · CA median ~$98K
Teaching Staff
262
Full-time equivalent teachers

CDE Form J-90 salary schedule · 2024–25

Elementary Schools (9)

Sulphur Springs Union has 9 ranked elementary schools averaging a Scope Score of 45.1 — 1.3 points near the state average of 43.8.

Growth averages -6.5pp district-wide — a negative trend worth examining.

The highest-scoring elementary school is Golden Oak Community with a Scope Score of 58 and 30.5% exceeding standard.

#SchoolExceededScore
1Golden Oak Community
Sulphur Springs Union Strong All-Around
30.5%Solid
58/100
2Pinetree Community Elementary
Sulphur Springs Union Building Momentum
27.5%Solid
52/100
3Leona H. Cox Community Elementary
Sulphur Springs Union Building Momentum
22.4%Developing
47/100
4Canyon Springs Community Elementary
Sulphur Springs Union Building Momentum
15.8%Developing
44/100
5Sulphur Springs Community Elementary
Sulphur Springs Union Building Momentum
24.4%Developing
44/100
6Fair Oaks Ranch Community
Sulphur Springs Union Culture First
22.1%Developing
43/100
7Mitchell Community Elementary
Sulphur Springs Union Building Momentum
16.4%Developing
42/100
8Mint Canyon Community Elementary
Sulphur Springs Union On the Rise
17.8%Developing
40/100
9Valley View Community Elementary
Sulphur Springs Union Building Momentum
23.6%Developing
36/100

Data source: California Department of Education · CAASPP 2024-25 · Methodology

Scores are SchoolScope's analysis of public data, not official CDE ratings. They represent one way of interpreting test results and should not be the sole basis for school decisions.

What Scope Scores can't tell you about Sulphur Springs Union

  • Class sizes and student-teacher interaction quality
  • Quality of arts, music, athletics, and enrichment programs
  • Teacher experience, turnover, and professional development
  • Campus safety, bullying climate, and social-emotional support
  • Parent and community engagement levels
  • Quality of special education and gifted programs
  • How resources are distributed across schools within the district

Scope Scores measure academic performance and school climate using public data. They are one lens among many. Full methodology

Frequently asked questions

Is Sulphur Springs Union a good school district?
Sulphur Springs Union has 9 ranked schools averaging a Scope Score of 45.1/100, which is 1.3 points near the California state average of 43.8. 22.3% of students exceed the state standard on average. The Scope Score measures academic performance and school climate across six dimensions. Data source: CDE CAASPP 2025, analyzed by SchoolScope.
What is the best school in Sulphur Springs Union?
The highest-scoring school in Sulphur Springs Union is Golden Oak Community with a Scope Score of 58/100 and 30.5% exceeding standard. See methodology.
How much does Sulphur Springs Union spend per student?
Sulphur Springs Union spends $12,331 per student in current expenditures. The state average is $14,815. Spending data comes from the NCES Common Core of Data Fiscal Survey (F-33). Higher spending does not automatically mean better outcomes — the Scope Score measures what happens in the classroom regardless of budget.
What is the teacher salary range in Sulphur Springs Union?
Teacher salaries in Sulphur Springs Union range from $53,664–$109,942 based on the district's salary schedule (CDE Form J-90). The California statewide median teacher salary is approximately $98,000.
What does the Scope Score measure?
The Scope Score is SchoolScope's proprietary composite rating (0–100) based on six dimensions of publicly available California school data: the exceeded-vs-met standard split, overall proficiency, grade-level growth, chronic absenteeism, suspension rate, and ELPAC English Learner proficiency. Full methodology and weights.