Serving 1,192 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sunset Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,192 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunset Elementary School serves the eastern part of its school district in Miami, FL, covering an area of approximately 4.4 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sunset Elementary School's student population of 1,192 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,192 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Sunset Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#25 out of 3662 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
64%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
26%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset Elementary School's ranking?
Sunset Elementary School is ranked #25 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sunset Elementary School often compared to?
Sunset Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinecrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sunset Elementary School?
1,192 students attend Sunset Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Sunset Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset Elementary School?
Sunset Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
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 Miami-Dade School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My son graduated from Sunset Elementary with a really impressive academic, cultural and social experience. Language programs are exceptional, as is the hands-on advanced math and science program. Faculty are excellent. The school won the prestigious Goldman Sachs Award for Excellence in International Education as well as the Blue Ribbon and Magnet Awards, among others.
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