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#6619 of 9,539 schools in CA
Sunnymead Elementary
Elementary School · Moreno Valley Unified
24050 Dracaea Ave., Moreno Valley, CA 92553
Enrollment
677
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
677
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,619 of 9,539
In Moreno Valley
#23 of 47
public schools
In district
#21 of 38
Moreno Valley Unified
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Sunnymead Elementary
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About Sunnymead Elementary
Sunnymead Elementary is a public elementary school in Moreno Valley, CA, part of Moreno Valley Unified. Sunnymead Elementary serves approximately 677 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunnymead Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #6,619 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sunnymead Elementary show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sunnymead Elementary runs 23.3:1 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.
38% of students at Sunnymead 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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Sunnymead Elementary — Students at Sunnymead Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.
How Sunnymead Elementary Compares
See how Sunnymead Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
24050 Dracaea Ave., Moreno Valley, CA 92553
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunnymead Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Butterfield Language Academy (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sunnymeadows Elementary (rated 5.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Creekside Elementary (rated 4.8/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Moreno Valley, see our Moreno Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sunnymead Middle Moreno Valley | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Creekside Elementary Moreno Valley | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| March Mountain High Moreno Valley | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| March Valley Moreno Valley | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Valley Adventist Christian Moreno Valley | 0.6 mi | — |
| VALLEY ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moreno Valley | 0.6 mi | — |
| Garvey/Allen Visual & Performing Arts Academy for STEM Moreno Valley | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Moreno Valley High Moreno Valley | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Ramona Elementary Moreno Valley | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| Sunnymeadows Elementary Moreno Valley | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Alessandro Moreno Valley | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Leadership Military Academy Moreno Valley | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Bayside Community Day Moreno Valley | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Moreno Valley Online Academy Moreno Valley | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Serrano Elementary Moreno Valley | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Badger Springs Middle Moreno Valley | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Honey Hollow Elementary Moreno Valley | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Butterfield Language Academy Moreno Valley | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Chaparral Hills Elementary Moreno Valley | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Midland Elementary Moreno Valley | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92553 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,344
Median Home Value
$413,000
Median Rent
$1,892/mo
Population
73,189
College Educated
13.1%
Homeownership
50.3%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Median Age
31
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunnymead Elementary
What grades does Sunnymead Elementary serve?
Sunnymead Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sunnymead Elementary?
Sunnymead Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 677 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunnymead Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunnymead Elementary is 23.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunnymead Elementary rank in CA?
Sunnymead Elementary ranks #6,619 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sunnymead Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunnymead Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Sunnymead Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunnymead Elementary has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sunnymead Elementary a charter school?
No, Sunnymead Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunnymead Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sunnymead Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunnymead Elementary?
92.5% of students at Sunnymead 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 677
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.8%
- Phone
- (951) 571-4680
Resources & Links
District
Moreno Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 31,344
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,501
- District Rank
- #21 of 38
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