Needs Improvement
#1836 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Sunland Elementary School
Elementary School · Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)
5401 S 7TH AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85041
Enrollment
545
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
545
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,836 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#367 of 422
public schools
In district
#16 of 18
Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Sunland Elementary School
Sunland Elementary School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Roosevelt Elementary District (4279). Sunland Elementary School serves approximately 545 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,836 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Sunland Elementary School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
59% of students at Sunland Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Sunland Elementary School — Students at Sunland Elementary School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.3/10.
How Sunland Elementary School Compares
See how Sunland Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5401 S 7TH AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85041
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunland Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Mountain Preparatory Academy (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Academy of Math and Science South Mountain (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Tucson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PLEASANTVIEW CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85041 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,555
Median Home Value
$310,100
Median Rent
$1,612/mo
Population
63,881
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
73.4%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
33.1
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| Cerbat Elementary Kingman, AZ | 3.9 |
| Griffith Elementary School Phoenix, AZ | 3.9 |
| Inca Elementary School Buckeye, AZ | 3.9 |
| Palo Verde School Casa Grande, AZ | 3.9 |
| Redbird Elementary School Mesa, AZ | 3.9 |
| Sheely Farms Elementary School Phoenix, AZ | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunland Elementary School
What grades does Sunland Elementary School serve?
Sunland Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Sunland Elementary School?
Sunland Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 545 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunland Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunland Elementary School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunland Elementary School rank in AZ?
Sunland Elementary School ranks #1,836 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Sunland Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sunland Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunland Elementary School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sunland Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sunland Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunland Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sunland Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 545
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.3%
- Phone
- (602) 232-4960
Resources & Links
District
Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)- District Enrollment
- 7,274
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,789
- District Rank
- #16 of 18
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