Serving 366 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Sunset View Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89%
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunset View Elementary School's student population of 366 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
366 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sunset View Elementary School is 0.45, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)85-89%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)80-84%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
72%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA 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 Silver Gate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Sunset View Elementary School?
366 students attend Sunset View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Sunset View Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunset View Elementary School?
Sunset View Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sunset View Elementary School offer ?
Sunset View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Sunset View Elementary School part of?
Sunset View Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Sunset View Elementary School located?
Sunset View Elementary School is located in the Sunset Cliffs neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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