Serving 378 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sunset Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sunset Hill Elementary School's student population of 378 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
378 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sunset Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset Hill Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#358 out of 1280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
4%
7%
White
63%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Sunset Hill Elementary School is ranked #358 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Sunset Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Sunset Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quail Run Elementary School, Deerfield 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 29% KS state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Sunset Hill Elementary School?
378 students attend Sunset Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Sunset Hill Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunset Hill Elementary School?
Sunset Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sunset Hill Elementary School offer ?
Sunset Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sunset Hill Elementary School part of?
Sunset Hill Elementary School is part of Lawrence School District.
In what neighborhood is Sunset Hill Elementary School located?
Sunset Hill Elementary School is located in the Sunset Hills neighborhood of Lawrence, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Sunset Hills.
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