Serving 734 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sunset School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 734 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sunset School's student population of 734 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
734 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Sunset School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#624 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
92%
48%
Black
3%
6%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset School's ranking?
Sunset School is ranked #624 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sunset School?
734 students attend Sunset School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Sunset School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunset School?
Sunset School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sunset School offer ?
Sunset School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunset School part of?
Sunset School is part of Cartwright Elementary District (4282) School District.
In what neighborhood is Sunset School located?
Sunset School is located in the Maryvale Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 65 other public schools located in Maryvale Village.
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