Serving 732 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sunset Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 732 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sunset Elementary School's student population of 732 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
732 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sunset Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#620 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
53%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset Elementary School's ranking?
Sunset Elementary School is ranked #620 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sunset Elementary School often compared to?
Sunset Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emma C. Smith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sunset Elementary School?
732 students attend Sunset Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Sunset Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunset Elementary School?
Sunset Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sunset Elementary School offer ?
Sunset Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sunset Elementary School part of?
Sunset Elementary School is part of Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 13, 2024 (Tuesday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of Trimester 2 - Elementary & Middle Schools
February 28, 2025 (Friday)
No School - Spring Break
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Last day of School
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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