Serving 381 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sunset View Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunset View Elementary School's student population of 381 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sunset View Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset View Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#959 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)47%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)63%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
26%
25%
Black
4%
5%
White
62%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset View Elementary School's ranking?
Sunset View Elementary School is ranked #959 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Sunset View Elementary School?
381 students attend Sunset View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Sunset View Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunset View Elementary School?
Sunset View Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sunset View Elementary School offer ?
Sunset View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sunset View Elementary School part of?
Sunset View Elementary School is part of Kennewick School District.
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