Serving 751 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Sunset School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 751 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sunset School's student population of 751 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
751 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunset School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#679 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
88%
47%
Black
7%
6%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset School's ranking?
Sunset School is ranked #679 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sunset School?
751 students attend Sunset School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Sunset School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunset School?
Sunset School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sunset School offer ?
Sunset School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Sunset School part of?
Sunset School is part of Cartwright Elementary District (4282) School District.
In what neighborhood is Sunset School located?
Sunset School is located in the Maryvale Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 65 other public schools located in Maryvale Village.
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