Serving 407 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sunset View Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunset View Elementary serves the northern part of Albuquerque, NM, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 4.2 square miles. Most areas within this zone are within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
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Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Sunset View Elementary School's student population of 407 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
407 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunset View Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset View Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#155 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
6%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
64%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset View Elementary School's ranking?
Sunset View Elementary School is ranked #155 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Sunset View Elementary School often compared to?
Sunset View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Petroglyph Elementary School, Ventana Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Sunset View Elementary School?
407 students attend Sunset View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Sunset View Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset View Elementary School?
Sunset View Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sunset View Elementary School offer ?
Sunset View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunset View Elementary School part of?
Sunset View Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Sunset View Elementary School located?
Sunset View Elementary School is located in the Paradise Hills Civic neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 3 other public schools located in Paradise Hills Civic.
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