Serving 714 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Sunnyside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunnyside Elementary School serves the southeast part of Indianapolis, IN, covering an area of approximately 4.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunnyside Elementary School's student population of 714 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
714 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunnyside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunnyside Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1432 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
69%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Trailblazers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunnyside Elementary School's ranking?
Sunnyside Elementary School is ranked #1432 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Sunnyside Elementary School?
714 students attend Sunnyside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Sunnyside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunnyside Elementary School?
Sunnyside Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sunnyside Elementary School offer ?
Sunnyside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunnyside Elementary School part of?
Sunnyside Elementary School is part of MSD Lawrence Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Sunnyside Elementary School located?
Sunnyside Elementary School is located in the Oakland Hills at Geist neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 2 other public schools located in Oakland Hills at Geist.
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