Serving 450 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sunset Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunset Park Elementary School's student population of 450 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
450 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child, Every Chance, Every Day
School Rankings
Sunset Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset Park Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2061 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40-44%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
62%
22%
Black
23%
24%
White
9%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset Park Elementary School's ranking?
Sunset Park Elementary School is ranked #2061 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Sunset Park Elementary School?
450 students attend Sunset Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Sunset Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset Park Elementary School?
Sunset Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina 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 New Hanover County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Sunset Park Elementary School located?
Sunset Park Elementary School is located in the Summer Hills neighborhood of Wilmington, NC.
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