Serving 676 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sunset Vista ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 676 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset Vista ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sunset Vista's student population of 676 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
676 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunset Vista ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset Vista is 0.50, 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
#1141 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
69%
49%
Black
10%
6%
White
11%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset Vista's ranking?
Sunset Vista is ranked #1141 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sunset Vista?
676 students attend Sunset Vista.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Sunset Vista students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset Vista?
Sunset Vista has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sunset Vista offer ?
Sunset Vista offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunset Vista part of?
Sunset Vista is part of Glendale Elementary District (4271).
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