Serving 326 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sunnyside Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunnyside Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Pullman, WA school district, encompassing approximately 207 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school to take about 15-20 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being 9.2 miles and the furthest edge located 14.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunnyside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sunnyside Elementary School's student population of 326 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunnyside Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunnyside Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#276 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunnyside Elementary School's ranking?
Sunnyside Elementary School is ranked #276 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Sunnyside Elementary School often compared to?
Sunnyside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Middle School, Jefferson Elementary School, Franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Sunnyside Elementary School?
326 students attend Sunnyside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Sunnyside Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunnyside Elementary School?
Sunnyside Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sunnyside Elementary School offer ?
Sunnyside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunnyside Elementary School part of?
Sunnyside Elementary School is part of Pullman School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The academic programs are wonderful! The music art and P.E. programs are very fun and educational. The staff is very kind. The parents involved really love to raise money for the school. Sunnyside is one of the best schools I've ever went to! :D
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