Serving 497 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sunset View Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 1% in NM)
- Reading Proficiency: 37%
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sunset View Elementary School's student population of 497 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
497 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sunset View Elementary School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)33%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)37%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
12%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
62%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
21%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Sunset View Elementary School?
497 students attend Sunset View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Sunset View Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunset View Elementary School?
Sunset View Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sunset View Elementary School offer ?
Sunset View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sunset View Elementary School part of?
Sunset View Elementary School is part of Albuquerque Public Schools 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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