Serving 334 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sunshine Gardens Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunshine Gardens Elementary School's student population of 334 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Sunshine Gardens Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunshine Gardens Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5091 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
24%
12%
Hispanic
59%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunshine Gardens Elementary School's ranking?
Sunshine Gardens Elementary School is ranked #5091 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sunshine Gardens Elementary School often compared to?
Sunshine Gardens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spruce Elementary School, Ponderosa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sunshine Gardens Elementary School?
334 students attend Sunshine Gardens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Sunshine Gardens Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunshine Gardens Elementary School?
Sunshine Gardens Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sunshine Gardens Elementary School offer ?
Sunshine Gardens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sunshine Gardens Elementary School part of?
Sunshine Gardens Elementary School is part of South San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Sunshine Gardens Elementary School located?
Sunshine Gardens Elementary School is located in the Sunshine Gardens neighborhood of South San Francisco, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Sunshine Gardens.
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