Serving 490 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Sun Empire Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sun Empire Elementary School's student population of 490 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
490 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1983
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sun Empire Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sun Empire Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4488 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sun Empire Elementary School's ranking?
Sun Empire Elementary School is ranked #4488 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sun Empire Elementary School often compared to?
Sun Empire Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kerman-floyd Elementary School, Liberty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sun Empire Elementary School?
490 students attend Sun Empire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Sun Empire Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sun Empire Elementary School?
Sun Empire Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sun Empire Elementary School offer ?
Sun Empire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Sun Empire Elementary School part of?
Sun Empire Elementary School is part of Kerman Unified School District.
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