Serving 2,187 students in grades 9-12, Sunset High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,187 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sunset High School's student population of 2,187 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 127 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
127 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sunset High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6587 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
96%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
2%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset High School's ranking?
Sunset High School is ranked #6587 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Sunset High School often compared to?
Sunset High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like W H Adamson High School, Moises E Molina High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sunset High School?
The graduation rate of Sunset High School is 82%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Sunset High School?
2,187 students attend Sunset High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Sunset High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunset High School?
Sunset High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sunset High School offer ?
Sunset High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sunset High School part of?
Sunset High School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Sunset High School located?
Sunset High School is located in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 46 other public schools located in Oak Cliff.
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