Serving 349 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sunset Ridge Pk-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunset Ridge Pk-8's student population of 349 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Sunset Ridge PK-8 is a fabulous place to work with a well-educated and trained staff who show up for students and each other every day.
School Rankings
Sunset Ridge Pk-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset Ridge Pk-8 is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1565 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
83%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
12%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Westminster Public Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset Ridge Pk-8's ranking?
Sunset Ridge Pk-8 is ranked #1565 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Sunset Ridge Pk-8 often compared to?
Sunset Ridge Pk-8is often viewed alongside schools like John E. Flynn A Marzano Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Sunset Ridge Pk-8?
349 students attend Sunset Ridge Pk-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Sunset Ridge Pk-8 students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset Ridge Pk-8?
Sunset Ridge Pk-8 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sunset Ridge Pk-8 offer ?
Sunset Ridge Pk-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunset Ridge Pk-8 part of?
Sunset Ridge Pk-8 is part of Westminster Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Sunset Ridge Pk-8 located?
Sunset Ridge Pk-8 is located in the East Central Westminster neighborhood of Westminster, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in East Central Westminster.
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