Serving 357 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Sunset Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunset Elementary serves the northern part of Oak View, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 40.5 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Sunset Elementary School's student population of 357 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
357 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunset Elementary School ranks within the top 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 0.55, 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
#3811 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
49%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #3811 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sunset Elementary School often compared to?
Sunset Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pierpont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sunset Elementary School?
357 students attend Sunset Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Sunset Elementary School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset Elementary School?
Sunset Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, 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 Kindergarten-8
What school district is Sunset Elementary School part of?
Sunset Elementary School is part of Ventura Unified School District.
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