Serving 425 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sunset Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunset Park Elementary School serves a central area in Pueblo, CO, covering approximately 0.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1 mile from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunset Park Elementary School's student population of 425 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
To provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact.
School Rankings
Sunset Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset Park Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#1161 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 1998–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
61%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset Park Elementary School's ranking?
Sunset Park Elementary School is ranked #1161 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Sunset Park Elementary School often compared to?
Sunset Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Park Elementary School, Corwin International Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Sunset Park Elementary School?
425 students attend Sunset Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Sunset Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset Park Elementary School?
Sunset Park Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sunset Park Elementary School offer ?
Sunset Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunset Park Elementary School part of?
Sunset Park Elementary School is part of Pueblo School District No. 60 In The County Of Pueblo And.
In what neighborhood is Sunset Park Elementary School located?
Sunset Park Elementary School is located in the Sunset neighborhood of Pueblo, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Sunset.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I have grandchildren, a total of 7 of them that have attended this school. The teachers have been absolutely wonderful with all of the children. We have some that are highly intelligent and some that need a little extra help and they have made these kids a success. They were so supportive to a grandson that lost his mother, the teachers and the staff not only care about their jobs, but they care about their children. They encourage the children to do their best and they challenge them if they need challenged. THANK YOU SUNSET ELEMENTARY!!!
Jim and Joyce Hacsi.......Grandchildren Xavier Encinias, Elizabeth Rodriguez, Calista Mestas, Tori Hacsi, Lisa Hacsi, Jada Jones and Kaya Jones.
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