Serving 840 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Sundale Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 840 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sundale Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Tulare school district, covering approximately 34 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sundale Elementary School's student population of 840 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
840 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1945
School Calendar
School Motto
Committed To Moral Integrity, Academic Excellence, and The Development of Self Worth For Students, Staff and Community.
School Rankings
Sundale Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sundale Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#2498 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sundale Elementary School's ranking?
Sundale Elementary School is ranked #2498 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sundale Elementary School often compared to?
Sundale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alpine Vista, Golden Oak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sundale Elementary School?
840 students attend Sundale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Sundale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 47% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sundale Elementary School?
Sundale Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sundale Elementary School offer ?
Sundale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Sundale Elementary School part of?
Sundale Elementary School is part of Sundale Union Elementary School District.
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