Needs Improvement
#9420 of 9,539 schools in CA
Sundown Elementary
Elementary School · Westside Union Elementary
6151 West Ave. J-8, Lancaster, CA 93536
Enrollment
889
Student-Teacher
26.9:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
889
Student-Teacher
26.9:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,420 of 9,539
In Lancaster
#46 of 47
public schools
In district
#12 of 12
Westside Union Elementary
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About Sundown Elementary
Sundown Elementary is a public elementary school in Lancaster, CA, part of Westside Union Elementary. Sundown Elementary serves approximately 889 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 26.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sundown Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #9,420 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sundown Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sundown Elementary runs 26.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
33% of students at Sundown Elementary 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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Sundown Elementary — Students at Sundown Elementary score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.5/10.
How Sundown Elementary Compares
See how Sundown Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6151 West Ave. J-8, Lancaster, CA 93536
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sundown Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NOAH'S ARK - HOPE CHAPEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Wind Elementary (rated 5.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gregg Anderson Academy (rated 4.7/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Palmdale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lancaster | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| NOAH'S ARK - HOPE CHAPEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lancaster | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Anapasec Adventures Lancaster | 1.3 mi | — |
| Academies of the Antelope Valley Quartz Hill | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Quartz Hill High Quartz Hill | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Fabunni Private School Lancaster | 1.4 mi | — |
| Eduventuring Academy PSP Quartz Hill | 1.7 mi | — |
| Endeavour Middle Lancaster | 1.7 mi | 3.3 |
| Academy of Divergent Learners Quartz Hill | 1.9 mi | — |
| Joe Walker Middle Lancaster | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Small Wonders Preschool & Learning Center Quartz Hill | 2.2 mi | — |
| West Wind Elementary Lancaster | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Quartz Hill Elementary Quartz Hill | 3.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Nancy Cory Elementary Lancaster | 2.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Lancaster High Lancaster | 3.0 mi | 3.8 |
| SOAR High (Students On Academic Rise) Lancaster | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Valley View Elementary Lancaster | 3.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Gregg Anderson Academy Palmdale | 4.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Amargosa Creek Middle Lancaster | 3.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Del Sur Senior Elementary Lancaster | 3.8 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93536 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,927
Median Home Value
$484,900
Median Rent
$1,946/mo
Population
72,013
College Educated
26.5%
Homeownership
69.3%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
36.8
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| Calimesa Elementary Yucaipa, CA | 2.7 |
| Golden Hills Elementary Tehachapi, CA | 2.7 |
| Greenleaf Oakland, CA | 2.7 |
| Highland Elementary Riverside, CA | 2.7 |
| Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary Indio, CA | 2.7 |
| Pacific Elementary Sacramento, CA | 2.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sundown Elementary
What grades does Sundown Elementary serve?
Sundown Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Sundown Elementary?
Sundown Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 889 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sundown Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sundown Elementary is 26.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sundown Elementary rank in CA?
Sundown Elementary ranks #9,420 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sundown Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sundown Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 Sundown Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sundown Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sundown Elementary a charter school?
No, Sundown Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sundown Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sundown Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sundown Elementary?
59.6% of students at Sundown Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 889
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.7%
- Phone
- (661) 722-3026
Resources & Links
District
Westside Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 9,138
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,325
- District Rank
- #12 of 12
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