Serving 2,003 students in grades 9-12, Sunset High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,003 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 5% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Sunset High School's student population of 2,003 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,003 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sunset High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#356 out of 1196 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
4%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
1%
2%
White
51%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset High School's ranking?
Sunset High School is ranked #356 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Sunset High School often compared to?
Sunset High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westview High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sunset High School?
The graduation rate of Sunset High School is 95%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Sunset High School?
2,003 students attend Sunset High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Sunset High School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunset High School?
Sunset High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sunset High School offer ?
Sunset High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sunset High School part of?
Sunset High School is part of Beaverton SD 48j School District.
In what neighborhood is Sunset High School located?
Sunset High School is located in the Cedar Mill neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 6 other public schools located in Cedar Mill.
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