Serving 548 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Sunset Primary ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunset Primary serves a central area within Tacoma, WA, covering approximately 2 square miles. Families typically live a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 2.6 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sunset Primary's student population of 548 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
548 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunset Primary ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset Primary is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#390 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
21%
27%
Black
8%
5%
White
46%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
18%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset Primary's ranking?
Sunset Primary is ranked #390 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Sunset Primary often compared to?
Sunset Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like University Place Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Sunset Primary?
548 students attend Sunset Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Sunset Primary students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset Primary?
Sunset Primary has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sunset Primary offer ?
Sunset Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunset Primary part of?
Sunset Primary is part of University Place School District.
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