Serving 676 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sunset Vista ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 676 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunset Vista serves the northwest section of Glendale, AZ, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunset Vista's student population of 676 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
676 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunset Vista ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset Vista is 0.50, 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
#1141 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
69%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.7%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. 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 Vista's ranking?
Sunset Vista is ranked #1141 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sunset Vista?
676 students attend Sunset Vista.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Sunset Vista students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset Vista?
Sunset Vista has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sunset Vista offer ?
Sunset Vista offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunset Vista part of?
Sunset Vista is part of Glendale Elementary District (4271).
School Reviews
Review Sunset Vista. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Can Your Child Get Into School Clubs and Activities?
Discover whether your child can access advertised school clubs and activities, including enrollment limits, tryouts, fees, transportation, scheduling conflicts, and essential questions parents should ask before choosing schools today.
Who Supervises Students When Their Teacher Is Out?
Discover who supervises students when regular teachers are absent, how schools arrange classroom coverage, what qualifications substitutes need, and which questions parents should ask about safety and learning continuity.
When the School Nurse Isn't There: Parent Guide
Learn what happens when school nurses are absent, how public schools handle medications and emergencies, and which essential questions parents should ask to protect their children's health and safety daily.
