Serving 638 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sunset Ridge School ranks in the top 10% 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 62% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset Ridge 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 Ridge School's student population of 638 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
638 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sunset Ridge School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset Ridge School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#179 out of 1854 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
15%
47%
Black
3%
6%
White
75%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset Ridge School's ranking?
Sunset Ridge School is ranked #179 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Sunset Ridge School often compared to?
Sunset Ridge Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Desert Mountain School, Sonoran Foothills School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sunset Ridge School?
638 students attend Sunset Ridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Sunset Ridge School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunset Ridge School?
Sunset Ridge School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sunset Ridge School offer ?
Sunset Ridge School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Sunset Ridge School part of?
Sunset Ridge School is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246) School District.
In what neighborhood is Sunset Ridge School located?
Sunset Ridge School is located in the Desert Hills neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School-- Half Day Release
May 16, 2024 (Thursday)
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