Serving 380 students in grades 3-6, Sunset School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunset School's student population of 380 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
380 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Motto
Each Student Thrives
School Rankings
Sunset School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset School is 0.52, 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
#1034 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
66%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset School's ranking?
Sunset School is ranked #1034 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Sunset School?
380 students attend Sunset School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Sunset School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset School?
Sunset School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sunset School offer ?
Sunset School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunset School part of?
Sunset School is part of Coos Bay SD 9 School District.
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