Serving 739 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sunset School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 739 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunset School serves a central area of approximately 0.8 square miles in Phoenix, AZ, with a typical drive time of 5 to 10 minutes. The school is conveniently located within half a mile of most zone edges, extending out to a mile at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sunset School's student population of 739 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
739 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
30 students
School Rankings
Sunset School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#624 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 1998–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
91%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.1%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
41%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
11%
7%
Showing 2008–2023. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset School's ranking?
Sunset School is ranked #624 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sunset School?
739 students attend Sunset School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Sunset School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset School?
Sunset School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sunset School offer ?
Sunset School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunset School part of?
Sunset School is part of Cartwright Elementary District (4282).
In what neighborhood is Sunset School located?
Sunset School is located in the Maryvale Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 65 other public schools located in Maryvale Village.
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