Serving 614 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sunset Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunset Elementary School serves the southern part of Moultrie, GA, covering an area of approximately 62.7 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of about 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sunset Elementary School's student population of 614 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
614 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunset Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset Elementary School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#549 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset Elementary School's ranking?
Sunset Elementary School is ranked #549 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Sunset Elementary School often compared to?
Sunset Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wright Elementary School, Hamilton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Sunset Elementary School?
614 students attend Sunset Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Sunset Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset Elementary School?
Sunset Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sunset Elementary School offer ?
Sunset Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunset Elementary School part of?
Sunset Elementary School is part of Colquitt County School District.
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