Serving 712 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sunset Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sunset Hill Elementary School's student population of 712 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
712 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Sunset Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (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 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#82 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
14%
12%
White
65%
60%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Sunset Hill Elementary School is ranked #82 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Sunset Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Sunset Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Zachary Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Sunset Hill Elementary School?
712 students attend Sunset Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Sunset Hill Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset Hill Elementary School?
Sunset Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sunset Hill Elementary School offer ?
Sunset Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunset Hill Elementary School part of?
Sunset Hill Elementary School is part of Wayzata Public School District.
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