Serving 443 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Sunnyside Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunnyside Elementary School's student population of 443 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1890
School Calendar
School Motto
Each Child is an Individual of Great Worth
School Rankings
Sunnyside Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunnyside Elementary School is 0.51, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2787 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
68%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunnyside Elementary School's ranking?
Sunnyside Elementary School is ranked #2787 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sunnyside Elementary School often compared to?
Sunnyside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allen (Ella B.) Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sunnyside Elementary School?
443 students attend Sunnyside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Sunnyside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunnyside Elementary School?
Sunnyside Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sunnyside Elementary School offer ?
Sunnyside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Sunnyside Elementary School part of?
Sunnyside Elementary School is part of Chula Vista Elementary School District.
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