Serving 442 students in grades 4-5, Sunset Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunset Elementary serves the west part of Coalinga, CA, covering an expansive attendance area of approximately 577.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a driving time of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 26.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunset Elementary School's student population of 442 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
442 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE IT HAPPEN.
School Rankings
Sunset Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#8002 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
83%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
13%
20%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Kodiaks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset Elementary School's ranking?
Sunset Elementary School is ranked #8002 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sunset Elementary School?
442 students attend Sunset Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Sunset Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset Elementary School?
Sunset Elementary School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sunset Elementary School offer ?
Sunset Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Sunset Elementary School part of?
Sunset Elementary School is part of Coalinga-Huron Unified School District.
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