Serving 987 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sunset Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 987 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sunset Heights Elementary School's student population of 987 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
987 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunset Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset Heights Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#218 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
16%
49%
Black
2%
6%
White
71%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cubs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Sunset Heights Elementary School is ranked #218 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Sunset Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Sunset Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkridge Elementary School, West Wing School, Legacy Traditional School Peoria by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sunset Heights Elementary School?
987 students attend Sunset Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Sunset Heights Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset Heights Elementary School?
Sunset Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sunset Heights Elementary School offer ?
Sunset Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunset Heights Elementary School part of?
Sunset Heights Elementary School is part of Peoria Unified School District (4237).
In what neighborhood is Sunset Heights Elementary School located?
Sunset Heights Elementary School is located in the Camino a Lago South neighborhood of Peoria, AZ.
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