Serving 591 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Sunnyside Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunnyside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sunnyside Elementary School's student population of 591 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
591 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sunnyside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 196 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunnyside Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#62 out of 196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
33%
30%
White
54%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunnyside Elementary School's ranking?
Sunnyside Elementary School is ranked #62 out of 196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Sunnyside Elementary School often compared to?
Sunnyside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smyrna Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% DE state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Sunnyside Elementary School?
591 students attend Sunnyside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Sunnyside Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunnyside Elementary School?
Sunnyside Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sunnyside Elementary School offer ?
Sunnyside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Sunnyside Elementary School part of?
Sunnyside Elementary School is part of Smyrna School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
School Closed - Memorial Day
May 27, 2024 (Monday)
School Closed - Professional Learning
June 10, 2024 (Monday)
School Closed - Last Teacher Day
June 11, 2024 (Tuesday)
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